Wairarapa > Cambridge Road
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32 Cambridge Road, Martinborough, New Zealand
Open October - Easter, Mon - Sun, 11am till late, rest of the year weekdays by appointment only, Fri - Sun 11am till late Cards MC,V |
Tasting bench
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The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Cute cellar door with a nice outdoor area, fun tasting experience and a great array of different wines to taste. Dom Hidden Gem awarded. To "Wine about": Tasting fee is non-refundable, however you are able to taste a wide range of wines How many bottles did we buy: 2 Suitable for: Couples, Small Groups, Families Visited: March 2018 (Week day) |
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Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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New Zealand
North Island
Wairarapa
The fixed sign on the gate is quite small, however a sandwich board sign is put out the front when the cellar door is open. The cellar door itself is off a paved road (within walking distance of town) and along a short gravel driveway that is 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 approximately 8 spaces, but there would also be space along the driveway if required
Cute, cottage style cellar door with french doors, set at the front of the winery amongst the vineyards. There is also a great little Tuscan style courtyard where you can have some tasting platters
Boutique
Modern and bright tasting room with polished floorboards and plenty of bottle on display. There is also a viewing window into the winery and while the space itself is relatively small, the tasting bench is quite large
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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10+
None in particular
No wait time
Our host was the owner and winemaker therefore he obviously has an excellent knowledge of the wines, the vineyards and the history of the winery
Friendly and chatty and happy to provide some great background about the development of each of the wines
Yes, however this is an informal offering and only if the cellar door is not too busy and you have a particular interest
No
Yes, there is a tasting list available on the tasting bench
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Food Offering
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Yes/No
Restaurant/Café/Tasting platter
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Yes
Tasting platters available to be eaten in the outside courtyard area (and there are blankets in the cellar door for those chillier days!)
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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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$25 - $120
$10 for individuals to taste 8 wines. Groups of up to 24 can be accommodated by prior appointment, tasting fee $10+ depending on offering
No
Free
$10
A mailing list membership is in development
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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
Yes, half a wine barrel full of toys
Yes, outside only
The winery also makes a cider and a beer. The winemaker likes to experiment with different wine making techniques which make for some very interesting and unique wines to taste
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