McLaren Vale > D'Arenberg
D'Arenberg |
16/20
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Osborn Road, McLaren Vale, South Australia 5171
Open 10am to 5pm daily Cards AE,MC,V |
The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Excellent staff and service To "Wine about": Popular, so can get crowded Would we visit again: Yes, How many bottles did we buy: 12+ (and have since tasted some of the cheaper ones after their suggested aging times; "delicious" Suitable for: Groups, Wine lovers Visited June 2010 |
Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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Australia
South Australia
McLaren Vale
Well sign posted, paved road
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Upon Arrival
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Parking
Setting
Commercial/Boutique
Ambiance
Airconditioning/Fireplace
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Ample parking, however very popular so you can be a distance from the door
Spacious bush gardens, often used for picnics by visitors
Boutique, but wine widely available
Rustic cosy historical homestead with a big fireplace
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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20+
The Dead Arm Shiraz
No wait time
Excellent, showed a real appreciation of their wines.
Friendly and knowledgeable
Yes, several different options including blending sessions
No, but there are sit down private tasting sessions available
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Food Offering
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Yes/No
Restaurant/Café/Tasting platter
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Yes
Reportedly a very respected restaurant of the region (we did not eat here)
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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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$11-$99
$0/ $15 for private tasting
N/A
$15 -$1040 (part of a tour by plane)
$12
Yes, discounts and events
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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
No
No
This is one of the more popular cellar doors and restaurants in McLaren Vale and can be somewhat overcrowded at times. Serious wine purchasers should make it one of their first stops of the day to try and beat the crowds.
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