Ringer Reef

Marvelous 16.5/20

6835 Great Alpine Road Porepunkah Victoria 3740

Open 12pm to 5pm 7 days, closed Good Friday
Cards AE,MC,V

tasting bench

The Verdict

To "Cellarbrate": Family run vineyard with a beautiful outlook, great outdoor space, friendly and knowledgeable team and great access to the bike trail. 1 door awarded.

To "Wine about": Nothing

How many bottles did we buy: 2

Suitable for: Couples, Groups, Families

Visited April 2019 (weekend)

Getting There

Country

State/Province

Region

Accessibility

Australia

Victoria

Alpine Valleys

Well sign posted, gravel circular driveway approximately 1km long, in good condition

Upon Arrival

Parking

Setting

Commercial/Boutique

Ambiance

Airconditioning/Fireplace

A good number of carparks for the size of the cellar door and if it were to get really busy, parking along the driveway would be possible

Small cellar door with a fantastic outlook over the mountains from it's large deck and sprawling green lawns

Boutique

Modern fit out with wooden and stainless steel accents. Extra tasting benches and stools situated around the outside of the room

Yes/No

Tasting Experience

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

Italian varietals

Served straight away

Excellent

One of the owners of the winery looked after us and she obviously had a great knowledge, giving is a run down of the wines, the history of the vines and the family. Very friendly, efficient and helpful

Yes, by prior appointment

Yes, and additional around the room

Yes, tasting sheets available on the counter as well as the membership form

Food Offering

Yes/No

Restaurant/Café/Tasting platter

Yes

Provide produce or cheese platters. You can also bring your own picnic (no BYO wine though!)

Hip Pocket

Price range of wines

Tasting Fee

Refundable on purchase?

Tour Fee

Delivery cost per dozen

Club Membership with Discounts etc

$25-$32

$0 for individuals or small groups. For larger groups, please see tour fee. Groups of up to 40 can be accommodated

$15 including approximate 1.5 hour tour, tasting and cheese platter

$15-$40

Yes, varied benefits based on commitment to purchase from 1-4 dozen wines per year provides you with significant discounts on wine, free delivery of your purchases and a free lunch after 12 months membership

Other features, facilities and offerings

Gift Shop

Toys/play area for kids

Dog friendly

By the way...

Basic, books deli products and homewares

Basket of toys outside on the deck

Yes, outside only with a lead

This family vineyard provides a nice service to all of their bike riding customers staying in Porepunkah or Bright by delivering their purchases to their accommodation after closing that day.

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Ringer Reef​

Marvelous 16.5/20

Ringer Reef