Scarborough Wine Co
Scarborough Wine Co
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Cath B
1 contribution
Jan 2023 • Couples
Lovely people, large amount of cheese. Great wines to taste.
Have been a member for many years but haven’t been to the cellar door for tasting for 3 years. Went with a group of 6 for my husbands birthday but had to pay $40 for two tastings (4 were free). If I compare this to Peppertree and first Creek who had no limits on numbers, provided many more wines to taste and cheese for 6 of us free of charge (for members) Scarborough we’re the worst performers- the rest also had a dedicated person to take us through the wines and spent more time with us. It would be better to have a a set amount of tasting a per year e.g 8/10 free tastings per year. I love Scarborough wines but disappointed on this experience.
Have been a member for many years but haven’t been to the cellar door for tasting for 3 years. Went with a group of 6 for my husbands birthday but had to pay $40 for two tastings (4 were free). If I compare this to Peppertree and first Creek who had no limits on numbers, provided many more wines to taste and cheese for 6 of us free of charge (for members) Scarborough we’re the worst performers- the rest also had a dedicated person to take us through the wines and spent more time with us. It would be better to have a a set amount of tasting a per year e.g 8/10 free tastings per year. I love Scarborough wines but disappointed on this experience.
Written January 8, 2023
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Hi Cath,
Thank you for taking the time to review your tasting with us. I am sorry that you were disappointed to have to pay for 2 of your guests, every time you visit you and 3 guests will receive a complimentary tasting, so you can visit us as often as you would like. Unfortunately we are unable to have 1 server per group in busy periods and weekends but we do try our hardest to ensure that you have personalised service regardless. We look forward to seeing you when you next visit us. Cheers Sally Scarborough
Written March 16, 2023
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Rod D
Sydney, Australia54 contributions
Feb 2021
Living in Hunter Valley and having a lot of free time, my wife and I have been to pretty much every cellar door offering wine tasting in Hunter Valley. We have whittled them down to our favourites and today we returned to our favourite for Valentines Day to find the experience has improved even further since our previous visit.
While waiting briefly for our table to be prepared, we were asked to wait out the back with the lovely views and atmosphere, perfect for the obligatory Facebook pictures. From there Liam, our host took us to our own private alcove and table with 7 wines and a matching cheese platter laid out with lovely views out of our window.
Liam explained the wines and cheese matches very well, returning after every 2 glasses to update us on the next 2 wines. The wines were all lovely, though my wife and I each preferred different wines in each pair, but we both agreed the cheese platter matched the wines perfectly.
The wine and cheese tasting experience here is just so much better than the usual wine tastings where you stand awkwardly at a bar and point to different wines to have a taste of while waiting for the bar man to get to you. It is $20 each for this wine tasting , but it is well worth it in so many ways. It certainly made our Valentines Day special after a disappointing lunch at another location.
While waiting briefly for our table to be prepared, we were asked to wait out the back with the lovely views and atmosphere, perfect for the obligatory Facebook pictures. From there Liam, our host took us to our own private alcove and table with 7 wines and a matching cheese platter laid out with lovely views out of our window.
Liam explained the wines and cheese matches very well, returning after every 2 glasses to update us on the next 2 wines. The wines were all lovely, though my wife and I each preferred different wines in each pair, but we both agreed the cheese platter matched the wines perfectly.
The wine and cheese tasting experience here is just so much better than the usual wine tastings where you stand awkwardly at a bar and point to different wines to have a taste of while waiting for the bar man to get to you. It is $20 each for this wine tasting , but it is well worth it in so many ways. It certainly made our Valentines Day special after a disappointing lunch at another location.
Written February 14, 2021
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Dear Rod,
Thank you for taking a moment to share your thoughts on your time with us tasting. We just love reviews like this because we really do strive to offer an exceptional experience to everyone who comes to taste with us. We hope to see you back in the cellar door soon. Cheers Sally Scarborough
Written March 17, 2021
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Kaz M
Sans Souci, Australia452 contributions
Jun 2022 • Solo
A tasting menu WINE LOVERS. A diverse collection with many tasting styles.
Very enjoyable and Dan the host today, was knowledgeable and friendly. Dan worked through the menu with cheeses to compliment the wines.
Really enjoyed my time with a newer room and atmosphere, that is very comfortable for a intimate experience.
Larger groups are welcomed and served in a different room, with a special atmosphere.
Always well worth a visit.
Well done 👍
Very enjoyable and Dan the host today, was knowledgeable and friendly. Dan worked through the menu with cheeses to compliment the wines.
Really enjoyed my time with a newer room and atmosphere, that is very comfortable for a intimate experience.
Larger groups are welcomed and served in a different room, with a special atmosphere.
Always well worth a visit.
Well done 👍
Written June 15, 2022
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Claire H
4 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
A fantastic experience at this beautiful winery. The staff member, Ellen, made us feel very welcome and gave us a rich and informative session with these beautiful wines. The wines we tasted were thoughtfully prepared with labels in their own small bottles which meant we could bring some away to re-taste later. The cheese platter served was the perfect accompaniment. This was worth every cent and we will definitely be back - it was the highlight of all of our wine tastings.
Written August 7, 2022
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Dear Claire, we just love reviews like this one! Our 100ml bottle tastings are very special and so is Ellen :) So very happy that you had such a lovely time with us and we look forward to seeing you when you next return to the Hunter Valley. Cheers Sally Scarborough
Written August 8, 2022
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Michael_and_Lyn
Sydney, Australia84 contributions
Nov 2022 • Friends
I am biased as these guys make the best Chardonnay for everyday drinking. But this was an experience and journey about their Obsessive Range with five friends. There are other options but we did the 1hour experience guided by Beatrice. Complemented by appropriate cheeses I would recommend the journey to all wanting to taste great wine and obtain some education on the finer points of vinification.
Written November 12, 2022
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Thank you for your fabulous review of your recent trip to see us, it is always so wonderful to hear about the great experiences our guests have. Look forward to seeing you when you need to restock your cellar :) Cheers Sally Scarborough
Written November 28, 2022
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Jennifer
Sydney, Australia3 contributions
May 2022
One cannot visit the Hunter without experiencing the Wine Tasting from the Scarborough Vineyards. The wine pairing with the different cheeses was superb, and was accompanied by knowledgable information on the various wines. It was the highlight of our three day trip and we will definitely be back to purchase more of their wonderful wines
Written May 5, 2022
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Thanks so much - glad you enjoyed your visit both with us and to the Hunter. We love that we were your pick of your 3 days and look forward to welcoming you back. Cheers Sally Scarborough
Written May 25, 2022
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Emanpee
Sydney, Australia2,746 contributions
Mar 2021
We were a group of 4, plus 2 children, without a booking on a Saturday and were made to feel most welcome and provided with excellent service and an outstanding tasting experience. With some quality wines, red and white, to taste, along with cheese and biscuits, for $20pp, this was a value experience. We were told tasting would take around 45 minutes to an hour. It was not rushed, was informative and enjoyable. Undertaken with very good Covid practices, including temperature checks and excellent social distancing. The old farmhouse is lovingly restored and maintained, gardens and vineyards offer stunning views, and wine is high quality. The Hunter experience at its best.
Written March 26, 2021
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Dear Emanpee,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. It is so lovely to hear feedback from visitors to our cellar door. We really work hard to provide an excellent experience to all our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back when you are next in the Hunter Valley. Cheers Sally Scarborough
Written April 4, 2021
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Natalie S
1 contribution
Jul 2022 • Family
Our experience at Scarborough was fantastic. From the staff, to the tasting and of course the beautiful scenery. We have 4 children under the age of 5 who were giving some drawing and were also allowed to go out to the grass area for a play and were able to kick a ball around. Thank you for a wonderful experience and for being so accommodating for a family with small children. The wine was divine. We cannot wait to return one day.
Written July 24, 2022
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Dear Nataliesaad89, thank you for taking the time to review your visit with us. We understand that it is sometimes tricky travelling with children and also wine tasting, so we're really happy you had such a wonderful time. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Cheers Sally Scarborough
Written August 8, 2022
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Mark R
13 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
A stunning location, combined with friendly service and great wine, makes Scarborough hard to beat as a wine tasting experience.
I’ve been a fan for a long time and was excited to taste some new wines. One of my favourite Hunter Wineries.
I’ve been a fan for a long time and was excited to taste some new wines. One of my favourite Hunter Wineries.
Written February 19, 2023
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Alice S
Greater Newcastle, Australia4 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
Always a pleasure to visit Scarborough Wines in the Hunter Valley. The venue is outstanding , the service is professional , interesting and the friendly staff always display a sound knowledge of the wines for sale.
The wines are amazing and very reasonably priced . I rate their Chardonnay and Shiraz amongst the best in the Valley.
The wines are amazing and very reasonably priced . I rate their Chardonnay and Shiraz amongst the best in the Valley.
Written April 16, 2022
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Tammy C
Boston, MA257 contributions
What's the difference between the Gillards vs Hermitage? Anyone have a preference?
A small group of out of towners are visiting the HV for one day and have Scarborough on our list.
Howard D
Tin Can Bay, Australia615 contributions
Gillard is the original, very picturesque and far more intimate. Hermitage is newer and built far more for the tourist trade. Same style of tasting experience but go for Gillards......enjoy
