A trophy-winning debut

Our very first Pinot Gris has taken out the Pinot Gris Trophy at the 2026 Hawke's Bay Wine Awards. It's a wine that comes from our Te Hau vineyard at Matapiro, an elevated inland site at Crownthorp...

Top Syrah in New Zealand - Cuisine Magazine

We're incredibly proud to share that our Čuvar Guardians Syrah 2024 has been awarded 5 Stars by Cuisine Magazine and named the top Syrah in New Zealand. This recognition is particularly special bec...

Čuvar unveils first Guardians Syrah from standout 2024 vintage

We’re proud to announce the release of our first Čuvar Guardians Syrah from the exceptional 2024 vintage, sourced from the Cornerstone Vineyard in the Gimblett Gravels, alongside the Čuvar Guardia...

Meet Dave Mackintosh – our new Winemaker

Big news from Čuvar! Dave Mackintosh has officially stepped into the role of Senior Winemaker, following Michelle Richardson. He’s been with us since January, but now it’s official – and we’re real...

Čuvar Guardians Cabernet Merlot Malbec Named in Prestigious Gimblett Gravels® Vintage Selection

We’re proud to share that Čuvar Guardians Cabernet Merlot Malbec has been named one of just six wines selected for the 2023 Gimblett Gravels® Annual Vintage Selection — a powerful recognition of bo...

The Perfect Pairing for Easter Feasting!

Looking for the ultimate Easter pairing? Try our Iris Rosé 2023, a crisp and vibrant wine that complements seasonal dishes beautifully. We’ve even found the perfect pairing from The Brick Kitchen –...

Čuvar Guardians Chardonnay 2021 Receives 91 Points from Robert Parker

International Acclaim: Čuvar Guardians Chardonnay 2021 Scores 91 PointsWe are thrilled to announce that Robert Parker Wine Advocate, one of the world’s most respected wine critics, has awarded the ...

Čuvar Guardians Chardonnay Named Hawkes Bay’s Top Wine of the Year

In an extraordinary night for Čuvar Winery, the Guardians Chardonnay 2021 took home three coveted trophies at the Bayley’s Hawke’s Bay Wine Awards, winning Best Chardonnay, Best Single Vineyard Win...

Sir George Receives Major Accolade

We’re thrilled to celebrate Sir George Fistonich as he receives the esteemed title of Honorary Life Member from the Hawke’s Bay Wine Association. This accolade, awarded to those who have made excep...

Family Business

Karen Fistonich, Executive Director of Fistonich Family Vineyards As part of a long-standing succession plan, Sir George’s daughter, Karen, has taken on the role of Executive Director at Fistonich ...

One Year of Čuvar Winery

It’s hard to believe a year has passed since Čuvar Winery launched—a vision brought to life by the legendary Sir George Fistonich. Čuvar is not only a business venture but a tribute to the Croatian...