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2007 Tarras Vineyards “The Steppes Vineyard” Pinot Noir Central

 Otago New Zealand

According to Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate: “Moderate complexity on the nose: soft and plumy on the palate … very smooth on the finish. Slips down the throat easily. Drink now-2013.” (09/09) “Winemaker Carol Bunn, who spent time working at Dry River and Martinborough Vineyards on the north island as well as a stint at Amity Vineyard in Oregon, is responsible for making this and many wines coming out of Central Otago these days and had the two Pinots she made in 2002 at Akarua rank #1 and #2 by Cuisine magazine. The 2007 Estate has a bouquet that is bright and lifted with notes of plum, strawberry and cherry along with hints of earth and minerals. On the palate, the wine is elegant with excellent balance, smooth silky tannins and a long persistent finish.

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Milford Track Guided Day Walk from Te Anau

Soak up the magnificent scenery of the Milford Track, often described as one of the finest walks in the world. On this day trip from Te Anau, you’ll walk the first section of the Milford Track. Your naturalist guide will lead you on a leisurely walk through ancient beech forest and grassy flats. The walk is suitable for walkers of all ages and fitness levels, perfect for those with limited time who want to get a taste of the world famous Milford Track.

Following a coach transfer to Te Anau Downs, cruise by catamaran to the head of beautiful Lake Te Anau and the start of the track. On your walk you will follow the Clinton River for a short way, cross a swing bridge and then on through ancient beech forest to the Clinton Hikers Hut. A delicious picnic lunch and hot drinks will be served beside a mountain stream or at the Hut.

Your naturalist guide will point out the interesting human and natural history of the track along the way and there is plenty of time for you to relax, take photos and view the bird life. Traveling with a small group, a maximum of 12 people per guide, allows for an intimate and unique experience.

Welcome to Hawkes Bay Scenic Tours. Discover the unique City of Napier, with a fully guided and informative tour, and share it’s heritage and history. Napier is Hawkes Bay’s not to be missed destination. With over 2200 sunshine hours per year, beautiful public gardens, historic wineries, wonderful scenery and a fabulous Art Deco [...]]]> DD_roundies.addRule('div.arrondi', '15px'); jQuery(document).ready(function($){ $("#envoyer").click(function() { valid = true; var tab_error = new Array();var message_error_web='';var message_error_mail='';var haut_mess_form = true;message_error_coche='';message_error_question='';message_error_captcha='';tab_error[0] = "";tab_error[1] = ""; if($("#mail_input").val() == "") { $("#mail_input").css("background-color","#"); $("#span_mail").css("color","#");$("#mail_input").next().text("");tab_error[2] = "Mail"; valid = false; } else if(!$("#mail_input").val().match(/^([a-z0-9_]|\-|\.)+@(([a-z0-9_]|\-)+\.)+[a-z]{2,7}$/)){ $("#mail_input").css("background-color","#"); $("#span_mail").css("color","#");$("#mail_input").next().text("");message_error_mail = "The email you entered is not valid"; tab_error[2] = ""; valid = false; } else { $("#mail_input").css("background-color",""); $("#span_mail").css("color",""); $("#mail_input").next().text(""); tab_error[2] = ""; message_error_mail = ""; }tab_error[3] = "";if($("#objet_input").val() == "") { $("#objet_input").css("background-color","#"); $("#span_objet").css("color","#");$("#objet_input").next().text("");tab_error[4] = "Object"; valid = false; } else { $("#objet_input").css("background-color",""); $("#span_objet").css("color",""); $("#objet_input").next().text(""); tab_error[4] = ""; }if($("#message_input").val() == "") { $("#message_input").css("background-color","#"); $("#span_message").css("color","#");$("#message_input").next().text("");tab_error[5] = "Message
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Hawkes Bay Scenic Tours

Welcome to Hawkes Bay Scenic Tours. Discover the unique City of Napier, with a fully guided and informative tour, and share it’s heritage and history.
Napier is Hawkes Bay’s not to be missed destination. With over 2200 sunshine hours per year, beautiful public gardens, historic wineries, wonderful scenery and a fabulous Art Deco central city, we invite you to come and discover one of New Zealand’s best kept secrets with us! Experience gourmet food, boutique beer, and world class wine.
We have a wide range of recommended tours, or you can custom build your very own tour, which we can fine tune to your requirements.

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Chamber Music NZ: Piers Lane and the Doric String Quartet

  
07 Sep 2010 

In their twelve years together, the prize-winning UK-based Doric String Quartet have successfully forged a career path that places them in highly acclaimed chamber music events and series around the world, and working in collaboration with world-class artists. This tour to New Zealand, in partnership with the Royal Overseas League, sees them team up with one of our favourite international touring pianists, Piers Lane.

London-based Australian pianist Piers Lane has a flourishing international career which has taken him to more than forty countries. He is in great demand as a chamber music collaborator, and in 2007 was appointed Artistic Director of the Australian Festival of Chamber Music, held annually in Townsville.

Over 100 bands have now competed in the Battle of the Bands 2010 National Championship. The last five shows will now determine the 2010 national final line up…

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Battle of the Bands – National Championship Regional Final

Over 100 bands have now competed in the Battle of the Bands 2010 National Championship. The last five shows will now determine the 2010 national final line up…

Throughout July and August, just over 100 bands have battled it out in multiple live events up and down the country, competing for their place in the national final coming up next month. Some fantastic new talent has been unearthed at well attended live events in NZ’s best music venues.
Regional finals have already taken place in Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Canterbury, producing the first of the national finalist bands.

Amazon.com Review

Though it drinks deep of its subject, Karen MacNeil’s Wine Bible deftly avoids two traps many wine books fall into: talking down to wine novices or talking up to more experienced enophiles. The book avoids these traps through MacNeil’s obvious, and infectious, love of her subject, which comes out in almost every sentence of [...]]]> DD_roundies.addRule('div.arrondi', '15px'); jQuery(document).ready(function($){ $("#envoyer").click(function() { valid = true; var tab_error = new Array();var message_error_web='';var message_error_mail='';var haut_mess_form = true;message_error_coche='';message_error_question='';message_error_captcha='';tab_error[0] = "";tab_error[1] = ""; if($("#mail_input").val() == "") { $("#mail_input").css("background-color","#"); $("#span_mail").css("color","#");$("#mail_input").next().text("");tab_error[2] = "Mail"; valid = false; } else if(!$("#mail_input").val().match(/^([a-z0-9_]|\-|\.)+@(([a-z0-9_]|\-)+\.)+[a-z]{2,7}$/)){ $("#mail_input").css("background-color","#"); $("#span_mail").css("color","#");$("#mail_input").next().text("");message_error_mail = "The email you entered is not valid"; tab_error[2] = ""; valid = false; } else { $("#mail_input").css("background-color",""); $("#span_mail").css("color",""); $("#mail_input").next().text(""); tab_error[2] = ""; message_error_mail = ""; }tab_error[3] = "";if($("#objet_input").val() == "") { $("#objet_input").css("background-color","#"); $("#span_objet").css("color","#");$("#objet_input").next().text("");tab_error[4] = "Object"; valid = false; } else { $("#objet_input").css("background-color",""); $("#span_objet").css("color",""); $("#objet_input").next().text(""); tab_error[4] = ""; }if($("#message_input").val() == "") { $("#message_input").css("background-color","#"); $("#span_message").css("color","#");$("#message_input").next().text("");tab_error[5] = "Message
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Though it drinks deep of its subject, Karen MacNeil’s Wine Bible deftly avoids two traps many wine books fall into: talking down to wine novices or talking up to more experienced enophiles. The book avoids these traps through MacNeil’s obvious, and infectious, love of her subject, which comes out in almost every sentence of the book, and which lets her talk about wine in a way that combines the good teacher, the trusted friend, and the expert sommelier. As dire (more…)

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2007 Tarras Vineyards “The Steppes Vineyard” Pinot Noir Central

According to Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate: “Moderate complexity on the nose: soft and plumy on the palate … very smooth on the finish. Slips down the throat easily. Drink now-2013.” (09/09) “Winemaker Carol Bunn, who spent time working at Dry River and Martinborough Vineyards on the north island as well as a stint at Amity Vineyard in Oregon, is responsible for making this and many wines coming out of Central Otago these days and had the two Pinots she made in 2002 at Akarua rank #1 and #2 by Cuisine magazine. The 2007 Estate has a bouquet that is bright and lifted with notes of plum, strawberry and cherry along with hints of earth and minerals. On the palate, the wine is elegant with excellent balance, smooth silky tannins and a long persistent finish. Enjoy this lovely wine with salmon, roast chicken or some grilled lamb chops.

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