Wairarapa > Palliser Estate
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Kitchener St, Martinborough, New Zealand 5741
Open 9am-5pm Mon-Friday and 10am-5pm W/Ends Cards AE,MC,V |
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The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Friendly, knowledgeable staff, great cellar door space, picturesque setting with great outdoor areas. Dom Hidden Gem awarded To "Wine about": Nothing How many bottles did we buy: 2 Suitable for: Couples, Groups Visited: June 2012 |
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Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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New Zealand
North Island
Wairarapa
Well sign posted, paved driveway, just off main road
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Upon Arrival
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Parking
Setting
Commercial/Boutique
Ambiance
Airconditioning/Fireplace
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Plenty of paved parking
Pretty gardens with hedges, beautiful lawns and grapevines
Boutique
Large modern cellar door
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+
Pinot Noir
No wait
Excellent knowledge of the wines on tasting
Very friendly hostess, taking the time to direct us to a nice walk amongst the vineyards that only the locals know about
No
No, but there are seats out in the courtyard
Yes
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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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$18-$90
$0
N/A
N/A
Unsure
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
No
Within walking distance of town
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