Ata Rangi – March 2017
Ata Rangi, meaning "dawn sky" or "new beginning" is a small New Zealand winery with a big reputation for serious Pinot Noir. Located at the southern end of the North Island, it is owned and managed by a family trio...
Read MoreA successful dinner @ Muse, BBQ
Muse We have had some excellent feedback from members about this venue and the quality of the food. However, while good, there were a few issues with one of the larger tables of 13 with not enough food and how the...
Read More2017, Upcoming events
2017 As always we commenced our festivities for this new year with the BBQ at Derek Thompson’s house. On the agenda for the year we have Ata Rangi, and after the success of the last quiz evening, we have decided to try...
Read MoreNew Zealand wine industry plans for Vintage 2017 after Kaikoura Earthquake
Media Release, New Zealand Winegrowers Philip Gregan, CEO of New Zealand Winegrowers. The New Zealand wine industry is busy planning for the upcoming vintage after taking into account the impact of the recent Kaikoura earthquake. “We have completed our survey...
Read MoreCangrande – Michele Marai – November 2016
The tastings of 2016 continued with Cangrande’s offering of Italian Festive Wines. Michele presented with enthusiasm and was very knowledgeable and informative. We had a very good turnout with 35 members and one guest. The Italian themed supper was great...
Read MoreLooking back on 2016
As ever, I find this a time to reflect on what the year has offered. We had a great day for the BBQ in January. Always a pleasant afternoon for those attending. February saw a tasting with Roberta Montero presenting...
Read MoreCentral Otago: The New Zealand wine region with vineyards to rival Burgundy
Susy Atkins, Daily Telegraph UK | July 2024 The world’sRead more…