The obligation
All NZ winemakers must register and operate a Wine Standards Management Plan under the Wine Act 2003. Plans may be based on the NZ Winegrowers industry code of practice or an approved template.
The Wine Act 2003 requires every winemaker in New Zealand to register a Wine Standards Management Plan (WSMP) with MPI. The plan must demonstrate how the winemaker will meet wine standards. It may be based on the NZ Winegrowers industry code of practice, a template, or a model approved by the Director-General as valid and appropriate. Failure to operate under a registered WSMP is a compliance breach enforceable by MPI.
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- All NZ winemakers must register and operate a Wine Standards Management Plan under the Wine Act 2003. Plans may be based on the NZ Winegrowers industry code of practice or an approved template.
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Wine Standards Management Plan (WSMP) Registration Obligation is a WHS requirement set out in Wine Act 2003 (NZ). The relevant provision is Wine Act 2003 > Part 2 – Wine Standards Management Plans § Part 2.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Wine Standards Management Plan (WSMP) Registration Obligation is a WHS obligation under Wine Act 2003 (NZ). In short, All NZ winemakers must register and operate a Wine Standards Management Plan under the Wine Act 2003. Plans may be based on the NZ Winegrowers industry code of practice or an approved template.
What changed recently?
Wine Standards Management Plan (WSMP) Registration Obligation was last updated on 27 August 2026.
