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Celebrate International Chardonnay Day!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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21st May 2026<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Celebrate International Chardonnay Day by pouring yourself a glass of New Zealand Chardonnay!<\/h4>\n

Refined and fruit-driven, New Zealand Chardonnay is mouth-filling, with concentrated citrus and tropical fruit. Known as “the winemakers grape” due to its relatively neutral fruit profile and adaptable nature, Chardonnay lends itself to nearly all winemaking tricks of the trade!<\/h4>\n

Join us in raising a glass to Chardonnay Day!<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Celebrate International Pinot Gris Day!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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17th May 2026<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Celebrate International Pinot Gris Day by pouring yourself a glass of New Zealand Pinot Gris!<\/h4>\n

New Zealand Pinot Gris is fresh and full-flavoured. Breaking on to the New Zealand scene in the early 1990s, Pinot Gris has enjoyed a dramatic rise to fame and is now NZs third most popular white variety!<\/h4>\n

Join us in raising a glass to Pinot Gris Day!<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Celebrate International Sauvignon Blanc Day!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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1st May 2026<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Celebrate International Sauvignon Blanc Day by pouring yourself a glass of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc!<\/h4>\n

Crisp, fresh and pure, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc enlivens your senses and elevates the moment. Lively and uplifting, with fresh aromatics and crisp refreshing flavours, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc is an experience suitable for any social occasion<\/h4>\n

Taste New Zealand when you pour yourself a glass of Sauvignon Blanc!<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Pour Yourself a Glass of New Zealand<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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May 2026<\/strong><\/h4>\n

NZ Winegrowers is once again inviting wine lovers to \u201cPour Yourself a Glass of New Zealand\u201d this May, celebrating the country\u2019s vibrant and diverse white wine offerings<\/h4>\n

Timed to coincide with International Sauvignon Blanc Day (1 May), International Pinot Gris Day (17 May) and International Chardonnay Day (21 May), the month-long campaign shines a light on New Zealand\u2019s white wine styles<\/h4>\n

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The Notorious Wairarapa Bootleggers’ Run<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Sunday 19th April 2026<\/strong><\/h4>\n

We\u2019re back on the road \u2014 and the law\u2019s still in hot pursuit!<\/h4>\n

After a sell-out first year, The Notorious Wairarapa\u2019s Bootleggers Run returns to the Wairarapa for another wild day of vintage wheels, fine wine, and a touch of mischief. Hosted by us, The White Swan, teams will set off across the region \u2014 collecting contraband (the fun kind), tasting their way through local wineries, and earning their loot as they go.<\/h4>\n

Here\u2019s what\u2019s on offer:<\/strong><\/h5>\n

\ud83d\udccd Greytown Distilling Co<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 from 10am | 20% off Distillery Door\u00a0\ud83d\udccd Urlar Winery<\/strong><\/a> \u00a0\u2013 from 10am | 20% off Cellar Door\ud83d\udccd Johner Estate<\/strong><\/a> \u00a0\u2013 from 10:30am | 20% off Cellar Door\ud83d\udccd Colombo Winery<\/strong><\/a> \u00a0\u2013 from 11am | 20% off Cellar Door\ud83d\udccd Coney Winery<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 from 11am | 10% off Cellar Door\ud83d\udccd Martinborough Brewery<\/strong><\/a> \u00a0\u2013 from 11am | 10% off takeaway beer\ud83d\udccd Palliser Estate<\/strong><\/a> \u00a0\u2013 from 11am | 20% off Cellar Door\ud83d\udccd The White Swan Hotel<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Specials for passport holders<\/p>\n

Dress in your finest tweed, suspenders, and 1920s swagger, then gather your crew for a day of laughter, stories, and spirited competition<\/h4>\n

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Greytown International Cocktail Festival<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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20 March – 19 April 2026<\/strong><\/h4>\n

For a full month, bars, caf\u00e9s and restaurants <\/span>in Greytown <\/span>will be drawing inspiration from the great cocktail cultures of the globe, bringing iconic drinks and modern twists from far-flung places.\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Great drinks start with great ingredients.<\/h4>\n

For Mimosas, Spritzes, or Bellinis, drop into our Cellar Door \/ Tasting Room on Main Street and grab a delicious bottle made from locally grown grapes.\u00a0<\/h4>\n

Kat and the team can offer a tasting of our award-winning sparkling wine, which is a perfect base for many cocktails. Don\u2019t miss a tasting of our Syrah Hummingwire, which works well as a base for Sangria, as it is a lighter-style red wine great for chilling.<\/h4>\n

There is a range of wines available for tasting to suit every taste and pocket, with some great discounts too!<\/h4>\n

https:\/\/www.greytownvillage.com\/greytown-international-cocktail-festival<\/h4>\n

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Celebrate New Zealand Ros\u00e9 Day!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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5th February 2026<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Everything\u2019s coming up Ros\u00e9 in New Zealand! So celebrate the day with one of our most popular wines<\/h4>\n

While no summer picnic, long lunch or sunny celebration is complete without it, the variety is no longer considered only suited to summer sipping, but is now enjoying year-round popularity!<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n

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Join us at the Wairarapa Wines Harvest Festival!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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21st February 2026 – <\/strong>11am to 5pm<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Keep Saturday 21st February free – because the countdown has started for the 2026 Wairarapa Wines Harvest Festival!<\/h4>\n

Get your tickets for an unforgettable day of wine, food, and entertainment, in a stunning riverside setting!<\/h4>\n

Tickets available from wairarapaharvestfestival.co.nz<\/h4>\n

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