Hunter Valley > Audrey Wilkinson
Audrey Wilkinson
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16/20 |
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750 DeBeyers Road, Pokolbin, NSW 2320 Australia
Open 10am-5pm 7 days a week. Cards MC,V,AE |
Tasting table
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The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Very pretty outlook, modern and well laid out cellar door, friendly team To "Wine about": Nothing How many bottles did we buy: 12 Suitable for: Couples, Groups and overseas tourists Visited July 2016 (weekday) |
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Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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Australia
New South Wales
Hunter Valley
800 metres of gravel road followed by a picturesque windy paved driveway
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Upon Arrival
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Parking
Setting
Commercial/Boutique
Ambiance
Airconditioning/Fireplace
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There are a good number of paved car parks, with a very pretty view down over the vineyards and dams
This is a pretty building that has an early settlers homestead feel with gabled windows and wide verandas. It is surrounded by manicured lawns and gardens
Boutique
Modern purpose built room with long tasting bench at the back of the room and some private tasting tables and rooms for groups. There are many historical photos around and plenty of natural light. This cellar door has a really nice feel
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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20+
Semillon and Shiraz
A small wait but there were a couple of other groups tasting at the same time
Good knowledge of the wines and the region
Friendly and welcoming, was able to share some of the history of Audrey Wilkinson which is always nice to hear
No
No, but there are seats available at the tables reserved for groups if required
Tasting Notes/Order form provided on request
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Food Offering
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Yes/No
Restaurant/Café/Tasting platter
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Yes
Cheese Platters are available for purchase
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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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$20-$90
Free
N/A
N/A
$10-$60
Yes, 15% discount for commitment to purchase 2 dozen per year plus discounts on restaurants and accommodation
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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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Yes, extensive, wine accessories etc.
No
Yes, outside only
This is one of the prettiest cellar doors in the valley, beautifully presented amongst beautiful gardens and an amazing view out over the vineyards. It was such a pleasure to run through it all during the marathon
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