Jo Burzynska
Jo Burzynska is a prominent wine editor and expert, celebrated for her comprehensive knowledge of New Zealand's wine industry. She curates selections of top wines and provides guidance on perfect pairings, helping wine lovers discover the diverse offerings of local wineries. Her insights contribute significantly to the appreciation of New Zealand wines within the culinary landscape.
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Viva Wine Editor Dr Jo Burzynska’s top picks for Christmas and summer sipping.
A Guide To Chilled Red Wine, & Why You Can’t Put Any Old Bottle In The Fridge
New Zealand· 2025-11-28
Dr Jo Burzynska can recommend 2025’s top 50 New Zealand wineries.
Subscribe to Herald Premium with our Black Friday special offerNew Zealand· 2025-11-24Jo Burzynska is the wine editor involved in writing and tasting wines.
NZ Winemaker Jane Hunter’s Legacy Continues At Marlborough’s Hunter’s WinesNew Zealand· 2025-09-19
Jo Burzynska finds optimism in organic wines amidst challenging times for New Zealand’s winegrowers.
Underground Resistance: How NZ’s Winegrowers Are Turning Challenge Into OpportunityNew Zealand· 2025-09-09
Jo Burzynska is the wine editor who selects the top wines from NZ’s celebrated wineries for Viva’s NZ Wine Awards 2025.
The Top Red Wines From Viva’s 2025 Wine Award-Winning WineriesNew Zealand· 2025-08-10
Jo Burzynska is the wine editor who selects the top wines from NZ’s celebrated wineries.
The Top White Wines From Viva’s Top 50 Award-Winning WineriesNew Zealand· 2025-08-09
Jo Burzynska is the wine editor who selects top wines from New Zealand's celebrated wineries.
Viva’s NZ Wine Awards 2025: 50 Best Bottles From NZ Wineries RevealedNew Zealand· 2025-08-07Jo Burzynska selects New Zealand’s 50 most exciting wineries for 2025.
Viva Wine Awards: NZ’s Top 50 Wineries For 2025New Zealand· 2025-08-05
Jo Burzynska highlights New Zealand’s key wine regions and the wineries that stand out in each.
An Expert Guide To New Zealand’s Wine RegionsNew Zealand· 2025-05-13
judged by Viva Wine Editor Dr Jo Burzynska.
On The Up: Felton Road named top winery for 2025, wins second year in a rowNew Zealand· 2025-05-11
Wine editor Jo Burzynska talks to some of the makers of our finest examples about why it’s so exciting at present.
Why Albarino Is The Next Wine To Have On Your Radar, And The NZ Bottles To Buy NowNew Zealand· 2025-03-19
Wine editor Dr Jo Burzynska selects 50 top wines from 50 of NZ’s most thrilling wineries.
The Perfect Beer And Potato Chip Pairings, Chosen By An ExpertNew Zealand· 2025-03-18