Renowned for a humble approach and commitment to working with sustainable growers, HAWKSHEAD is a wine brand that embodies the spirit of integrity and charm while embracing a slow-wine philosophy.
Founded in 2001 by Denis Marshall and Ulrike Kurenbach, HAWKSHEAD has made a name for itself among wine lovers seeking expressive, terroir-driven wines, producing four great whites, an alluring Pinot Rosé, and, of course, the most celebrated offering in Central Otago, Pinot Noir.
HAWKSHEAD takes inspiration from the region’s stunning natural beauty and Denis’s ancestral history, which is reflected on the wine labels. Denis’s vision, combined with Ulrike’s refined palate shaped by her German roots and background in food technology, along with winemaker Dean Shaw’s passion and years of experience, creates the perfect blend to ensure each vintage is exceptional.
Hawkshead Wine
Vino Vita! (In Wine, Life!)
Reviews
2025 HAWKSHEAD PINOT GRIS - 5 Stars, Outstanding quality, Gold medal standard.
Michael Cooper
Michael Coopers Buyers Guide
2025 HAWKSHEAD FIRST VINES PINOT NOIR — 5 Stars, Gold Medal, Outstanding Quality. - Top 10 Pinot Noirs 2026!
Candice Chow
Candice Wine Chat
2024 HAWKSHEAD PINOT NOIR ROSÉ, 5 Stars, 93/100 pts. Exceptional quality exhibiting the highest level of concentration and complexity.
Sam Kim
Wine Orbit
Blog Posts
Mulled Wine
HAWKSHEAD Pinot Noir & Chocolate Mousse.
