Taittinger Luxury Jazz Weekend with Fran Barton

What better way to spend a winter weekend than in the company of one of New Zealand’s finest singers, enjoying superb food and wine in intimate, 5-star luxury surroundings. Those of you who have attended previous performances here with Fran will know what a spectacular entertainer she is. You are guaranteed an unforgettable experience as she takes us from New Orleans Jazz through boogie-woogie and on to the special experience that is French-inspired jazz. Fran has extensive experience in radio, television and live concerts over a number of years. She is often remembered for her sparkling performances on weekly live to air TV shows with Brian Edwards. Book early for this one as it promises to be a sell out.

Fran Barton and her group will be performing Friday, Saturday and Sunday over the weekend so look forward to hearing this extraordinarily talented singer performing in the magical Marlborough Sounds.

The Taittinger Story:

Founded in 1734, the Taittinger Champagne house is based in Reims. The flagship wines of the house are the Comtes de Champagne (composed of 100% Chardonnay) and Comtes de Champagne Rosé (100% Pinot Noir). Headed by Claude Taittinger (born 1927), a member of the consultative committee of the Banque de France, the Taittinger Group is ranked in the top 250 businesses in France.

Bay of Many Coves Resort celebrates Taittinger

Bay of Many Coves Resort is celebrating its association with Champagne Taittinger with a very special and luxurious weekend of music, wine and food. Included in the weekend will be:

• accommodation at Bay of Many Coves for 2 nights in a luxury apartment
• welcoming glass of Taittinger Champagne accompanied by a musical interlude
• three course dinner for 2 on Friday night with special guests, Fran Barton and her band
• bottle of Taittinger Prestige Rosé and an accompanying gourmet platter for lunch on Saturday in your apartment or on the apartment balcony with a spectacular view of the Bay
• decadent degustation dinner on Saturday night. Executive Chef Hannes Bareiter will outline the dishes he has prepared to match the outstanding wines
• a Taittinger representative will tell the story of the Taittinger Champagne House and their finest products
• between the story telling enjoy the musical charm of our special guest, Fran Barton and her band, and be in the draw for two lucky people to win a treatment in the Miritu Spa the following day
• fine French-inspired jazz will greet you on your arrival and will provide a background ambience throughout the weekend

Other optional activities at the Bay include:

• cruising the Sounds on classic motor yachts Lady Karen or Faith
• sailing charter on the beautiful Beviamo
• skeet shooting in the Bay from the rear deck of Lady Karen
• spa treatments, massage, facials
• kayaking in the Bay
• fishing charters
• dolphin watching
• horse trekking
• winery tours
• scenic helicopter flights
• bird watching, Motuara Island eco tour
• glow worms after dark
• hike a section of the legendary Queen Charlotte Track from historic Ship's Cove or hike to the lookout for spectacular views over Queen Charlotte Sound, Picton and Waikawa
• or just sit back and relax, soak up the serenity of the Sounds or soak in a steamy hot tub

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Prices (booked direct with bay of Many Coves Resort):

• 2 people twin share in a one bedroom apartment $965 per person
• 4 people twin share in a two bedroom apartment $855 per person (total $3,420)
• 6 people twin share in a three bedroom apartment $790 per person (total $4,740)
• Single person in a one bedroom apartment $1,380

All prices GST inclusive. Optional activities and alcohol except for the welcoming champagne, lunch on Saturday, and the degustation dinner on Saturday night are not included in package price.