Bendigo > Connor Park
Connor Park |
Great 15/20 |
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59 Connor Road, Leichardt VIC, 3516
Open 7 days 11am-5pm Cards MC,V,AE |
Tasting bench
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The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Rustic cellar door with vineyard views, a nice range of wines on tasting, including a number of older vintages and efficient and friendly service To "Wine about": Nothing How many bottles did we buy: 4 Suitable for: Couples and small groups Visited August 2017 (weekday) |
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Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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Australia
Victoria
Bendigo
The cellar door is located at the end of a 3 km gravel road that is in very good condition
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Upon Arrival
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Parking
Setting
Commercial/Boutique
Ambiance
Airconditioning/Fireplace
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There is ample parking for the size of the cellar door
The cellar door is located in the front room of a traditional farmhouse with views over the farm and vineyards. There are no gardens to speak of, but look for the huge wine bottle on the way in, its an impressive welcome sign!
Boutique
The tasting room is light and bright, with polished floorboards and a big rustic wooden tasting table in the middle of the room
No/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
Shiraz
There was no wait time even with another group tasting
Excellent knowledge of the wines and vineyards
Knowledgeable and very efficient, ensured that the wines were being showed to their best standard
By appointment only
Stools at the tasting bench and the big rustic tasting table with bench seats
There were tasting notes and a price list provided on the tasting bench
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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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$15-$35
Free
N/A
Free
$10-$50
Yes, commitment to purchase 1.5 dozen a year at reduced prices plus offers a 10% discount on cellar door purchases 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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No
No
No
This winery is part of the Tri Bendigo Wine Experience, which is an offer by Bendigo Wine Tourism, whereby if you purchase 4 or more bottles from each of Connor Park, Sandhurst Ridge and Balgownie Estate, you receive 2 Riedel Shiraz wine glasses. Such a great idea!
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