Hunter Valley > Gundog Estate
Gundog Estate |
14/20 |
97 McDonalds Road, Pokolbin, NSW 2320 Australia
Open 10am-5pm 7 days. Cards MC,V,AE |
The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Nicely decorated cellar door, professional and knowledgeable staff, nice outdoor deck area To "Wine about": Nothing How many bottles did we buy: 2 Suitable for: Couples and Small Groups Visited July 2016 (weekday) |
Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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Australia
New South Wales
Hunter Valley
Paved road, no driveway as directly on the road
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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 gravel car parks
The cellar door is a renovated old weatherboard schoolhouse
Boutique
The modern interior of the cellar door is divided into two areas, the cellar door at one end and the cafe/gift shop at the other end. Scattered around are the interesting "dog headed human" sculptures. There is even one outside the front door to welcome visitors!
Yes/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+
Semillon and Shiraz
No wait time
Great knowledge of the wines, the region and the vineyards
The lady was a little reserved but professional and proficient
No
Yes there are stools at the tasting bench and a tasting table as well as some couches (just be prepared to sit next to a big dog headed human sculpture!!)
Tasting notes/order form provided
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Food Offering
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Yes/No
Restaurant/Café/Tasting platter
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Yes
Cafe in the cellar door serves tasting platters and a few other items
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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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$25-$60
Free
N/A
N/A
$14
Yes, 20% discount for commitment to purchase 2 dozen per year
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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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Yes, extensive range of produce and other products
Yes, there are some books available for kids
Yes, outside only
This cellar door is serviced by the Mcdonalds road walking/bike path if you would like to walk here and is directly next to Usher Tinkler
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