The Rees Central Otago Wine Auction Weekend Itinerary (Exclusive 3 Night Package):

Friday 25 October

Arrivals, cocktail party at The Rees Hotel, dinner at leisure

Saturday 26 October

The Rees Pinot Noir Expedition: Masterclasses for the Pinot Noir Enthusiast

A Day of Engaging Conversation & Remarkable Wines

8.30am: Travel to Bannockburn and immerse yourself in the world of five of NZ’s finest Pinot Noir winemakers as they present a dynamic and thought-provoking day of tasting and discussion. There will be 5 flights of 5 wines from the 5 esteemed producers. Guests will Immerse themselves in the world of our finest Central Otago Pinot Noir winemakers and what makes their wines tick; their inspiration and aspirations.

Flight 1: Quartz Reef – Is Europe still influencing us?

Morning Tea

Flight 2: Prophet’s Rock – From Burgundy to Bendigo

Flight 3: Ata Rangi – Great Pinot Noir from Te Ika a Maui

Transfer to Bannockburn Hotel

Lunch

Return to Bannockburn Hall

Flight 4: Felton Road – Evolution of Central Otago

Flight 5: Rippon – Our place on the World

VIP Concluding thoughts and discussion

4.00-5.00 Return to The Rees Hotel

Evening at leisure

Sunday 27^th October

Morning at leisure

2.00  Central Otago Wine Auction, live and online

6.00 Pre-dinner drinks, The Rees

7.00 Dinner at True South Dining Room, The Rees

Five courses, with five winemakers showcasing two of their wines on one course each

Monday 28^th October

Depart or extend at The Rees Hotel Queenstown