My friends, thanks for reading my posts this year. I really do appreciate all your comments and support, and for welcoming me into your wonderful international community of wine enthusiasts and writers.

Thanks also to all of you who have supported New Zealand wine producers by buying our product. It is not all hobbits and mountain views down here.

Have a happy and safe holiday. And if you do drink too much, do it with a cheery heart, and enjoy the lie-in the next day.

Meri Kirihimete!

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