Rutherglen > Lake Moodemere Estate
Lake Moodemere Estate |
15/20 |
12 Moodemere Road, Rutherglen, Victoria, Australia, 3685
Open 10am to 5pm, 7 days Cards MC,V |
The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Nice casual cellar door in a quiet and peaceful setting with friendly and knowledgeable staff To "Wine about": Nothing How many bottles did we buy: 3 Suitable for: Couples, Small Groups Visited December 2015 (weekday) |
Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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Australia
Victoria
Rutherglen
Paved road with a 100m sand driveway
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Upon Arrival
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Parking
Setting
Commercial/Boutique
Ambiance
Airconditioning/Fireplace
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There is plenty of sand parking
Old farmhouse that has been converted into a cellar door and café, set amongst informal gardens on the banks of Lake Moodemere. There are plenty of picnic tables scattered around the gardens
Boutique
Light and bright, small tasting room with lots of wood accents and some antique furniture around the room
Yes/Yes
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Tasting Experience
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Number of wines on tasting
Particular wines or varietals known for
Wait time
Knowledge of wines
Staff attitude
Winery Tour Offered
Tasting seating available at counter
Tasting sheet/order form provided for notes
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5+
None in particular
No wait, however we were the only ones there
Friendly and knowledgeable
The cellar door staff member was welcoming and friendly and was happy to share the history of the farm and vineyard with us
No
Yes, there are stools at the tasting bench
Yes, tasting notes provided on request
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Food Offering
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Yes/No
Restaurant/Café/Tasting platter
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Yes
There is a cafe on site that provides light lunches and platters. You are also welcome to bring a picnic and eat on one of the many outdoor tables (no BYO alcohol)
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Hip Pocket
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Price range of wines
Tasting Fee
Refundable on purchase?
Tour Fee
Delivery cost per dozen
Club Membership with Discounts etc
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$22 - $60
Free
N/A
N/A
$18-$45
Yes, membership with commitment to purchase that provides discounts on wine and free freight
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Other features, facilities and offerings
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Gift Shop
Toys/play area for kids
Dog friendly
By the way...
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Basic, deli products and merchandise
No
Yes, outside only
There is also a hole in one golf challenge where you can buy some golf balls and try to chip into the floating hole (just off the edge of the lake). There is a prize of some wine if you sink it!
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