We had the privilege of taking out-of-town-guests to Craggy Range Winery so they could redeem a Christmas gift voucher; and initially felt under-equipped to be driving into the grounds with our van, instead of perhaps a limousine.

However the children didn't let this get to them and we strolled around the pond, contemplated why the floats were in the water, listened to the pukeko and ducks, ate morning tea, admired the amazing scenery, watched grown men fly toy planes with wing-spans as wide as they were tall in the paddock across the road, saw the tractors and other machinery in operation, and waved to passing motorists.

Here are a few photos from our morning: