Coal River Valley > Frogmore Creek
Frogmore Creek |
Brilliant 18/20
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699 Richmond Road, Cambridge, Tasmania 7170 Open 10am to 5pm Cards MC,V |
Cellar door, restaurant and café.
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The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Beautiful views, nice people and amazing food, what more could you want for a day out (oh, the wines aren't bad either!!) 2 Doors awarded To "Wine about": Nothing How many bottles did we buy: 12 Suitable for: Couples, Groups, Families, Overseas Visitors Visited May 2015 (weekday) |
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Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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Australia
Tasmania
Coal River Valley
Well sign posted, paved roads.
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Upon Arrival
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Parking
Setting
Commercial/Boutique
Ambiance
Airconditioning/Fireplace
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There is a lot of parking. We arrived around lunch time and while the carpark was quite full, there was still ample room
"Modern Log Chalet" style building that would look at home in the Hamptons. The cellar door is set upon nice lawns and amongst the vineyards, with a beautiful outlook down to the Coal River valley towards Barilla Bay. There is also an outdoor bocce court if you feel inspired!
Commercial
Log cabin style building interior with modern tasting area. There is also an upstairs area with art covered floors and a sensory centre to test your sense of smell
Yes/Yes in the restaurant
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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+
Chardonnay & Pinot Noir
No wait, even though there were many other people in the cellar door
The cellar door assistant was very knowledgeable about the wine and clearly liked the products herself
We spoke with 3 staff in the cellar door and all were welcoming, friendly, polite and knowledgeable
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No
Yes, tasting notes are on the counter and order form upon request
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Food Offering
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Yes/No
Restaurant/Café/Tasting platter
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Yes
Very highly regarded restaurant serving fine dining style food. There are a number of menu options on offer, however we indulged in a degustation menu and thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it. There is also an outdoor café, "The Deck", which offers a more casual food experience
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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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$22.50-$65
$5
Yes, on purchase or dining in the restaurant
N/A
$8.80-$55.30
Yes, 2 levels, bronze membership that provides a 10% discount, or Gold membership which requires a purchase of 6 wines 3 times a year and provides 15-20% discount plus gift shop and restaurant discounts
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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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Extensive, wine related products
No, but there is plenty of lawn to run around on and a bocce court outside
No
This was our second visit to Frogmore Creek, and we have greatly enjoyed both visits
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