whats in a name
The name Auxein, came from a long search for name that could carry the mission of this company: To lead the global wine industry toward a sustainable and resilient future, creating a legacy for generations.
Our name, Auxein, is derived from the Greek "auxein" (αá½”ξειν) literally meaning"to grow". It is the origin of the biological name, auxin, a class of plant hormones that promote various aspects of plant development, such as root formation, bud growth, and the response to light. We like this, as to be sustainable and resilient - one must grow in the face of what ever conditions you face.
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who's behind the scenes
Pete Taylor
Founder
Pete partners with businesses to help them flourish in uncertainty, bringing clarity and strategy to the complex challenges of climate, risk, and sustainability. With more than a decade of experience across environmental management and governance, he is recognised for his ability to turn global challenges into opportunities for growth.
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He currently leads the implementation of a Climate Framework across a $5 billion finance portfolio, pioneering novel climate risk models that earned him runner-up for NZ Risk Professional of the Year (2024). His work integrates climate scenario planning, emissions management, and carbon reduction into corporate governance, while driving the development of climate-related disclosures that shape future resilience.
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Pete’s journey is as diverse as it is impactful - spanning environmental science, water resource management, viticulture, and fine wine. With a Master of Wine & Viticulture (Distinction), a Certified Sommelier credential, and experience selling wine and hands on in vineyards, he bridges science, business, and culture with rare fluency.
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Qualifications & Credentials:
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Bachelor of Science – Environmental Science
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Master of Water Resource Management (Hons)
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Master of Wine & Viticulture (Distinction)
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Certified Sommelier – Court of Master Sommeliers