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Dr. Hops is a small-batch brewed 'World Pale Ale' full of hoppy goodness, and the brainchild of the ebullient, fun-loving Nicky Claridge. Her Dr. Hops story is a very meaningful one...
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‘Claret’ from Penfold’s: 1979 ‘Special Vintage’ St. Henri

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V13: Return to Normal Yields Welcomed by All

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Wine: Craggy’s Crackin’ 2011 Prestige Collection

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Aro Valley in Wellington possesses a secret asset that may well see house prices in one of the city’s more affordable suburbs skyrocket in the near future. That asset can be described as a liquid one, and it’s got youthful drive and passion fuelling it…