We only had time for two nights and one day in Hawke's Bay, but we managed to make the rounds to several great wineries. Among the favorites: Craggy Range, Elephant Hills, Clearview Estate (where we had a fabulous lunch among the vines), CJ Pask, Church Road, and Black Barn Vineyards. Tom and I were delighted introduce the Wilson's to Mission Estate Winery where we enjoyed another great dinner, featuring their Jewelstone Chardonnay.
On the way back to Rotorua, we made a quick stop in Taupo so that Teri could best the guys in the "Hole in One Golf Challenge." One last stop: the Waikite Thermal pools for a wee bit of a soak.
Looks like your third trip to Hawkes Bay was quite a hardship. I want to return right now!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat I wouldn't give to be soaking in the thermal pools right now! I'm glad you had a chance to kick up your feet. I wonder how many bottles of wine have been consumed in the last 6 months...
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