KONO NZ
Food and Beverage ServicesNelson, New Zealand51-200 Employees
Kono NZ is a mid-sized, family-owned Māori food and beverage producer based in Nelson East, Nelson, New Zealand. As part of the Wakatū Incorporation group, it operates with vertical integration to oversee its products from production to export, focusing on wine, craft beer and fruit. The company describes itself as an artisan producer and exporter, and its wines have earned international recognition, including a Best in Show award at the Decanter World Wine Awards in 2021. Its customers include trade partners in the beverage and food sectors seeking premium, award-winning products for domestic and international markets. The portfolio's export orientation and awards support its position within the New Zealand beverage industry, where it operates alongside other regional producers. In 2023, Jo Davidson was appointed chair, marking governance leadership changes.