New Zealand’s top wineries and wine lovers will gather together on July 9 and 10 for Winetopia – two evenings of tasting, eating, masterclasses and entertainment. It features 45 wineries from Central Otago to North Canterbury, Marlborough to Hawke’s Bay, and all the way to Northland. Thousands of wine lovers attended the event in Wellington and Auckland in the past two months. READ MORE:* One of Canterbury's oldest wineries started in a garage* Wine rebranded: Canterbury wineries united under one regional name* Cafe Chat: Winetopia comes to the capital for the first time this winterWith great wine comes great food. Winemaker Ed Donaldson, from Pegasus Bay, has participated in many of the North Island Winetopia events and is looking forward to appearing at the event a little closer to home.

Source: Stuff June 30, 2021 04:52 UTC