Central Otago > Aurum
Aurum |
Great 15.5/20
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140 State Highway 6, Cromwell, Central Otago, New Zealand, 9384
Open 10am to 5pm, 7 days Cards MC,V |
Tasting bench
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The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Cute cellar door in a nice setting with friendly owners and a unique Amber wine to taste To "Wine about": Nothing How many bottles did we buy: 2 Suitable for: Couples, Small Groups and Families Visited August 2016 (weekday) |
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Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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New Zealand
South Island
Central Otago
Paved highway with a short gravel driveway in good condition
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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 gravel carparks for the size of the cellar door
This is a cute cellar door which we understand was the original farmhouse. It has a beautiful secret hedged garden in the back which is where group tastings are conducted in summer and a cottage garden that matches the building around the front
Boutique
The tasting room is in the front part of the old farmhouse and has polished floorboards and is open and light with a modern cottage feel. There is a cool wineglass chandelier, so be sure to look up when you are inside!
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 and they make an Amber wine which is unique
No wait time and there were a couple of groups in the room with us
Excellent knowledge of the wines
We had two cellar door hosts, both were the owners of the vineyard and were knowledgeable and friendly and happy to have a chat
Yes, by appointment only
No, but there is a big couch in the corner of the room
Yes, on request
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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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$26-$85
Free, $5 per person for groups over 8
N/A
Free
Free
Yes, commitment to purchase 3-12 bottles quarterly with discounts from up to 15% offered
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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; olive oils, jams and lavender products
Yes, toy basket
Yes, outside only on a leash
The name "Aurum" means gold in latin, which is quite a popular theme around Cromwell due to it's mining history
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