Clare Valley > Skillogalee
Skillogalee |
16/20
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Trevarrick Road Sevenhill SA 5453
Open 10am to 5pm, closed Christmas Day Cards MC,V,AE |
The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Unique sparkling Riesling, beautiful warm fire and fun name to say; "Skillogaleeeeeeeeeee" To "Wine about": Nothing How many bottles did we buy: 8 and lunch (first visit) and 3 (second visit) Suitable for: Couples, Small Groups, Families Visited June 2010 and June 2014 (weekdays) |
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Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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Australia
South Australia
Clare Valley
Well sign posted, paved road
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Upon Arrival
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Parking
Setting
Commercial/Boutique
Ambiance
Airconditioning/Fireplace
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Ample parking however cellar door also has a popular restaurant so lunch time can get a little busy
Old weatherboard house set in a rustic garden amongst the vines
Boutique
Cellar door is situated at the back of the house and the restaurant is in the front. The cellar door is small and cosy with a warm open fire
No/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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10+
Riesling
A little bit of a wait while the assistant finished selling the last group some wine
Good knowledge
Friendly and welcoming
No
No
Order form
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Food Offering
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Yes/No
Restaurant/Café/Tasting platter
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Yes
Restaurant serving hearty food that is quite well regarded in the area. We ate here on our first visit and enjoyed the 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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$21.50-$70
Free
N/A
N/A
$18-$19
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
This is a quaint cellar door and had a sparkling Riesling which we hadn't come across before, providing a different sparkling wine option to try
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