The couple married at a vineyard owned by Retallick's uncle. Photo / Stephanie Creagh
Powerhouse All Black lock Brodie Retallick showed his softer side when he wed sweetheart Niki Thompson this month.
The couple tied the knot on January 9 at Junction Wines, a Waipukurau vineyard owned by Retallick's uncle, former All Black John Ashworth.
Thompson, a Hastings nurse, wore a lace-trimmed sleeveless gown
in traditional white. The couple worked hard to focus on the big picture amid the excitement of their special day, Thompson said.
"Throughout it all, we tried to focus on what the important things were about the day - and for us, it was getting married."
Retallick spoke lovingly of his bride in front of family and friends.
