Wairarapa > Alana Wines
Alana Wines
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Very Good 14/20
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The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff To "Wine about": Restaurant had unfortunately closed down (just before we visited!) How many bottles did we buy: 1 Suitable for: Couples, Small Groups Visited: June 2012 |
Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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New Zealand
North Island
Wairarapa
Well sign posted, paved driveway
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Upon Arrival
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Parking
Setting
Commercial/Boutique
Ambiance
Airconditioning/Fireplace
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Plenty of paved parking
Nice long driveway leading to cellar door set amongst green lawns and gardens
Boutique
Small, modern cellar door
Yes/No
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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+
Pinot Noir
No wait
Excellent knowledge of the wines on tasting
Helpful and friendly staff
No
No, but there are seats out on the patio
Yes
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Food Offering
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Yes/No
Restaurant/Café/Tasting platter
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No
N/A
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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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$18-$45
$0
N/A
N/A
Unsure
No
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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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No
No
No
Within walking distance of town. Cellar door is quite small, so not particularly suited to large groups
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