Hawke’s Bay – Gimblett Gravels & Bridge Pa
My advice is that you’ll be arriving in this area onboard your bike as part of the fabulous Hawke’s Bay Trails – this is the aptly-named ‘Wineries Ride’ section of …
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Central Otago: Cromwell
Cromwell itself is a great place to base yourself for a Central Otago wine adventure. The town has a few wineries and the popular 4 Barrels trail is about 8kms walking, …
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Central Otago: Gibbston Valley (Part 2)
Assuming now we’re moving on from what is arguable the region’s centrepiece at Gibbston Valley winery; and off on either two wheels onto the excellent Cycle Path, or on SH6 …
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Central Otago: Queenstown to Gibbston, Part 1
An easy drive and a recommended day out from Queenstown, is a visit out as far as the Gibbston Valley. You could also cycle this tour as the Queenstown Trail …
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Marlborough – Part 3
Following on from part 2 – you’re in the homeward stretch now!… Whilst in the area, you can call into the Vines Village, a little haven at 193 Rapaura Road …
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Marlborough – Part 2
After your adventures in Part 1 of the Marlborough wine tour; by now you’ll be heading back towards Renwick, and you’re about to have to make some tough choices – …
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Marlborough – Part 1
We’re in Marlborough towards the end of Summer. As you fly into Blenheim airport, one glance out of the window confirms you’re in wine country here. I’d heard that a …
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Central Otago: Bannockburn
A 5-minute drive, or an easy cycle across the river, from Cromwell, Bannockburn is on the southern banks of the Kawerau River. It used to be known by the miners …
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An afternoon at Kumeu River
Kumeu River 75th Anniversary Tasting 23rd November 2019 Kumeu River celebrated their 75th Anniversary with a series of special Chardonnay Masterclass digging out some older vintages for a vertical tasting …
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Behind the scenes at Rippon
I arrange to meet Jo Mills, one of the key backroom staff at Rippon, on a sensational day in mid February, at the winery in Wanaka. Rippon Cellar Door has …
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