Central Otago > Mount Edward
Mount Edward |
Superb 17/20
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34 Coalpit Road, Gibbston, New Zealand
Open By appointment Cards MC,V |
The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Great cellar door with a cosy fire in winter and a nice patio in summer. Friendly and welcoming team, beautiful range of wines to sample in a relaxed setting, fantastic views out of the vineyards and to the mountains beyond. Hidden Gem awarded. To "Wine about": Nothing, however we note that there are currently no set opening hours, so best to call/email ahead to ensure they are open. How many bottles did we buy: 2 Suitable for: Couples, Small Groups and Families Visited November 2018 (weekday) |
Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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New Zealand
South Island
Central Otago
Paved road with parking directly off the road
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Upon Arrival
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Parking
Setting
Commercial/Boutique
Ambiance
Airconditioning/Fireplace
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Approximately 10 spaces which should be sufficient for a cellar door of this size
The cellar door has a bit of a Tuscan feel with an outdoor patio with chairs and tables overlooking the lawns, vineyards and trees and out to the mountains beyond
Boutique
The tasting room is quirky with comfortable couches and armchairs around a big open fire. The tastings are conducted at the large dining table to the side of the room overlooking the garden. There is some great art on the walls, with plans for more around the cellar door. There is also a cool mannequin in the corner modelling some of the Mt Edward merchandise!
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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Up to 5 on any particular day
Pinot Noir
No wait as we were the only ones there
Excellent knowledge of the wines and the winery
Friendly, welcoming and efficient
On an informal basis, if interested and time permitting
Yes, the tastings are conducted seated at a table in the cellar door
Yes, order form on the tasting table
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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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$25-$85
Free
N/A
Free
Free
Mailing list available
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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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T-shirts available
Yes, toys inside and a swing outside
No, there are winery dogs and cats on site
2018 is the 20 year anniversary of Mount Edward Winery. Their wines are organic and 80% of the vineyard is pinot noir. In summer wine tastings can be conducted outside on the patio
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