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Harvest Festival April 14 - 15
McKellar Ridge will be open both days from 10 am – 5 pm . At 11 am and 2 pm each day, Brian will be conducting a “Tour des Vats” in the winery so that you can see how this year’s vintage is progressing. In the cellar door you will have the opportunity to do a vertical tasting of Shiraz Viognier from 3 different years. A tapas plate matched with a glass of wine will be available for purchase if you are feeling peckish.There are also a number of new paitings on the Wall of Watercolours.
Easter
We are planning to open the cellar door on Saturday, Sunday and Monday of the Easter break so If you are going to be around the Canberra district over Easter you might like to call in.
In addition, Springers Rest Cafe/Restaurant at Murrumbateman will be offering a “McKellar Ridge Meal” – a special menu of dishes matched to McKellar Ridge wines. Diners will also receive a McKellar Ridge voucher offering an extra 10% off our regular prices at the cellar door over Easter.
Easter Offers
With vintage underway, we expect to be present at the cellar door on Easter Saturday, Sunday and Monday. If you would like to see the wine making or call in for a tasting/sales please feel free to do so . We would love to see you.
Taste Off 3: Cool Climate Shiraz March 11
We will select some interesting cool climate Shirazes from around Australia to provide a tasting comparison with some very good Canberra District Shirazes. RSVP, Cost $20
2009 Shiraz Viognier - Highly Recommended by Wine Wise
“The intense, fresh blackberry and violets aromas have appeal. Although the palate is quite substantial, it has the weight and structure to age.”
Highly Recommended Wine Wise Canberra District Shiraz Tasting
Wines State magazine - 2009 Merlot Cab Franc 4 stars
“Rich, tarry/earthy bouquet with hints of tea leaves. Quite herbal flavours with a big mouthful of tannins and a pleasant lingering finish.”
Winestate Bordeaux Blends - 4 stars (Silver)
Included in Winestate Annual Edition 2012 : Best Wines of 2011 Style Tastings
Winestate Magazine - 2009 Trio gets 4 stars
“Spicy, mint-choc aromas and nicely “shaped”. Long, lean, chocolaty palate. Has maturity and grace!”
Winestate Bordeaux Blends - 4 stars (Silver)
Included in Winestate Annual Edition 2012: Best Wines of 2011 Style Tastings
Wine & Roses Festival
Come and celebrate spring by tasting some delicious wines including our newly released 2011 Riesling and 2011 Rosé. We will be open 10am –5pm both days and Brian will give a talk on the recent vintage at 11am and 2pm each day.