McLaren Vale > Foggo Wines
Foggo Wines |
15/20
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Lot 4 Foggo Rd, McLaren Vale
South Australia 5171 Open 10:30am-4:30pm Mon- Fri 11am-5pm W/Ends & P/ Holidays Cards AE,MC,V |
The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Passion of the winemaker conveyed at the cellar door, individual style of wines provides something different from the usual offering of the region To "Wine about": Very basic setting Would we visit again: Yes How many bottles did we buy: 6 Suitable for: Couples, wine lovers Visited: June 2010 |
Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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Australia
South Australia
McLaren Vale
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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Reasonable amount for smaller cellar door
There were picnic tables outside but very rustic setting
Boutique
Very rustic, cosy but more due to its small size rather than the ambience
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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10-20
Bush Vine Grenache
No wait, however we were the only ones there upon arrival
Excellent, took us on a journey with his 3 Sheds wines, and demonstrated his love of the wines
Winemaker/Owner served us and was friendly and knowledgeable
No
Yes
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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Average 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-$55
$0
N/A
N/A
$10-$31
Yes, discounts offered
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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 gifts and branded merchandise
No toys (but there is a gumball machine!)
No
Cellar door almost looks like a toilet block but it has all the important aspects of good service and excellent knowledge of the wines that he was so passionate about making, which made the experience all the more enjoyable.
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