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Negroni by Aotearoa Bitters Company, New Zealand
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A classic expression begging for some ice and a slice of orange…

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Ata Rangi 'Italian Block' Syrah 2024, Martinborough
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Ata Rangi 'Italian Block' Syrah 2024, Martinborough
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Obliix Rosé 2026, Hawke's Bay
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Obliix Rosé 2026, Hawke's Bay
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Čuvar 'Iris Collection' Rosé 2026, Hawke's Bay
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Čuvar 'Iris Collection' Rosé 2026, Hawke's Bay
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A lovely bouquet and palate, dry and taut…

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Old Coach Road by the Seifried Family Rosé 2026, Nelson
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Old Coach Road by the Seifried Family Rosé 2026, Nelson
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Plush, fleshy, fruity and new…

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Jules Taylor Wines Pinot Gris 2026, Marlborough
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Jules Taylor Wines Pinot Gris 2026, Marlborough
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Tohu Single Vineyard Whenua Matua Albariño 2026, Upper Moutere, Nelson
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Tohu Single Vineyard Whenua Matua Albariño 2026, Upper Moutere, Nelson
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We love the Family we have gathered on this adventure called life. Elaine is an important part of our story. Posted @withregram • @hawk_wakawaka Time with Family, Cameron and Janet, Havelock North (New Zealand) - In 2017, so many kind people
Highlights of my NZ Wine year always include our Sommit events, with NZ Winegrowers. These involve hosting a select group of international Sommeliers (and a couple of lucky locals) on a journey through our wonderful wines of Aotearoa like no other.
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When we’re in California, as with all our travels - we love to share fine NZ wine. Kent owns an iconic Cheese & Wine store in Carmel-by-the-Sea - and we love spending time with him and his team, and picking up delicious cheeses. Posted @
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