Rutherglen > Campbells of Rutherglen
Campbells of Rutherglen |
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4603 Murray Valley Highway, Rutherglen, Victoria 3685 Australia
Open 9am to 5pm, Mon - Sat and from 10am on Sunday, Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day Cards MC,V,AE |
Tasting room
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The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": The cellar door assistant "Mr Malbec" had quite a quirky sense of humour which made the visit fun. Hidden Gem Awarded To "Wine about": Nothing How many bottles did we buy: 8 Suitable for: Couples, Groups, Families Visited December 2015 (weekday) |
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Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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Australia
Victoria
Rutherglen
Paved road which leads directly to the parking area
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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 parking paved with sand
Architectural designed building with a cool 70's feel. Set amongst some beautiful big trees and gorgeous green lawns. We especially liked the big old grape vines trellised along the front of the building.
Commercial
This tasting room is quite large and opens into the barrel hall where you are quite welcome to wander round and explore. The tasting area is very light and bright with tiled floors and vaulted ceilings, lined with wood panelling and exposed beams.
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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25+
Bobby Burns Shiraz and fortified wines
There was a slight wait, while the previous couple finished their tasting, but moved along at a good pace after that.
Excellent knowledge of the styles and vineyards very passionate about the wines, particularly malbec
The cellar door assistant obviously enjoyed his job and therefore made our experience very pleasant and a little amusing at times.
Yes (by appointment only)
Yes
Yes, tasting notes
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Food Offering
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Yes/No
Restaurant/Café/Tasting platter
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Yes
There are Cheese, Charcuterie platters or even locally made ice creams available for purchase and you are welcome to bring your own picnic to eat on the picnic tables out on the lawns.
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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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$16 - $54
Free
N/A
Free
$9-$28
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 mainly Phillipas bakery brands.
Yes, toy table and they also give the kids a seek and find sheet where they can walk around the cellar door, barrel room and gardens and find things (such as the rideable wooden horses).
Yes, outside only
The lawns and trees would make a nice spot for a picnic and the cellar door does encourage you to do so or if you aren't that prepared they can provide you with some goodies.
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