Margaret River > Laurance
Laurance |
16/20
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3518 Caves Road
Wilyabrup WA 6280 Open 11am to 5pm daily. Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Cards MC,V |
The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Welcoming and knowledgeable team, beautiful setting, caters to a broad group of visitors To "Wine about": Nothing Would we visit again: Yes How many bottles did we buy: 12 Suitable for: Couples, Groups, Overseas visitors Visited July 2014 |
Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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Australia
Western Australia
Margaret River
Well sign posted, paved driveway (look for the 3 metre tall sculpture on top of the 14 metre high pole in the middle of the properties lake.....you won't miss it!)
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Upon Arrival
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Parking
Setting
Commercial/Boutique
Ambiance
Airconditioning/Fireplace
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Plenty of parking
Pretty stone building with a European feel, set behind a large lake and surrounded by beautiful gardens
Boutique
Nice open space, chateau style interior with exposed beams, chandeliers and a large open fireplace. Also houses a number of artworks and sculptures
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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9
Cabernet Sauvignon
No wait, even with other visitors at the counter
Excellent
Very friendly host who was happy to share a number of local suggestions for food and things to do. Attentive, engaged and knowledgeable, making for an enjoyable experience
No
No, however you can do a seated "flight" tasting for a nominal fee
Yes
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Food Offering
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Yes/No
Restaurant/Café/Tasting platter
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Yes
Restaurant serving casual local fare (we did not eat here)
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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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$20-$48
$0
N/A
N/A
$10-$30 per dozen (within Australia)
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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Yes
Yes, outdoor play equipment and plenty of outdoor space. Also kids menu in the restaurant
Maybe
This cellar door certainly makes an impression with its sculptures and amazing garden setting and is understandably popular for weddings and functions. The wine bottles themselves are also artistically designed, however, their unique shape may prevent them from fitting into your standard cellar racking.
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