Yarra Valley > Elmswood Estate
Elmswood Estate |
Marvelous 16.5/20 |
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75 Monbulk-Seville Road
Seville VIC 3139 Open 11am - 5pm Weekends. Cards MC,V,AE |
Tasting Area
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The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Boutique cellar door with stunning views from a magnificent patio, great range of wines on tasting (we also note that the wines offered for tasting are aged and therefore provide a good representation of the wines), located in a quiet part of the Yarra Valley. Dom Hidden Gem awarded. To "Wine about": Nothing How many bottles did we buy: 6 Suitable for: Couples, Small Groups, Overseas Visitors Visited December 2020 (weekend) |
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Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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Australia
Victoria
Yarra Valley
Driveway is approximately 300m of gravel in excellent 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 car spaces outside of the cellar door
The tasting room sits behind the large patio that looks out over the valley with the most amazing views. There are some pretty gardens just outside the cellar door entrance under a beautiful old tree
Boutique
The tasting room is modern and very light and bright with polished concrete floors, large windows which look out to the amazing views, and a long wooden tasting bench across the back of the room
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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10 wines available for tasting
Unoaked Chardonnay
There was no wait time but we were the only ones tasting at the time
Excellent knowledge of the wines
Welcoming and friendly
No
Yes, there are stools at the tasting bench and another table and stools in the corner of the tasting room
No, however there is a laminated wine list available
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Food Offering
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Yes/No
Restaurant/Café/Tasting platter
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Yes
There is an all day snack menu which includes some platters and desserts. A high tea is also offered by prior arrangement
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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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$20 - $50
$10 for individuals, $10 for groups over 8, groups of up to 50 are accepted by prior arrangement only
Yes for individuals, no for groups
N/A
$10 - $50
No
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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
Yes, outside only, dog water bowl provided
The winery participates in a number of events throughout the year including Shed Fest for the smaller makers in the Yarra Valley and the Shortest Lunch.
Also on offer occasionally is Painting and Wine, where participants learn to paint (usually a theme) whilst drinking wine |
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