Kumeu > Westbrook
Westbrook |
15/20
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215 Ararimu Valley Road, Waimauku, RD2, Auckland, New Zealand
Open 10am to 5pm Mon-Sat, 11am to 5pm Sunday and public holidays Cards MC,V |
The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Welcoming and friendly staff, very pretty setting, nice feel and a really good range of wines to taste To "Wine about": Nothing How many bottles did we buy: 2 Suitable for: Couples and Groups Visited May 2016 (weekend) |
Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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New Zealand
North Island
Kumeu (West Auckland)
Paved road with a short gravel driveway that is in good condition
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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 carparks
This cellar door is set amongst some beautifully landscaped gardens with flowing lawns down to a picnic area beside a duck pond. There is also a giant chess set and petanque court
Commercial
The tasting room is a modern, open room which has windows that look out to the garden
No/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
Sauvignon Blanc
No wait
Great knowledge of the wines, the vineyards and the history of the winery
Welcoming, very friendly and helpful, was happy to have a chat and also offer recommendations on where to eat in the region
No, but there is a viewing window into the winery above the tasting room
No, but there is a lot of seating outside
Yes
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Food Offering
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Yes/No
Restaurant/Café/Tasting platter
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Yes
Picnic provisions are available for purchase and you are welcome to bring your own picnic and use the tables near the duck pond
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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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$19.50-$39.50
Free
N/A
N/A
$20
Adopt A Vine club, provides invitations to members events and discounts
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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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Basic, ceramics and posters
No toys, but there is plenty of outdoor space, although it was pointed out that the duck pond is unfenced so children should be supervised at all times
Yes, on a leash
We felt this cellar door had the prettiest setting in Kumeu. For something a little different, try the Crackling Rose, which has a slight fizz and is quite refreshing
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