​​A lovely morning of wine tasting was held at Gapsted Winery for our March outing where   twenty five of us enjoyed the view across the vineyard, the good wines and great company.  Paul, our Taster, was excellent at describing each of the wines we tasted.

​We then made out way to Café Fez in Myrtleford where we enjoyed a variety of delicious middle eastern fare.

​April’s  (28th) winery is Francesco Wines at 1005 Upper King River Rd Cheshunt, an Italian family run vineyard.   Our Tasting is booked for 1100 and there is no tasting charge.   We will lunch at the Mountain View Hotel/Whitfield Hotel 4 King Valley Road, 3733 Whitfield. 

Please note:  the hotel now has a new system re payment.  Each table will be given a bill, no split payment , so I am guessing cash will be helpful.

As usual we will meet in the car park behind Aldi at 10.00.  RSVP by Sunday  23rd April to phone/text 0428 696 408 or email [email protected].   Until then, stay safe and have fun.

Nicole McFarlane

On a perfect Spring day in late October, the U3A Wine Appreciation group (minus group organisers the Rogers, who were away) assembled at the wonderfully situated Gapsted Winery near Myrtleford. Our numbers were down, but winemaker Tony was happy to outline the 25-year history, workings and varietals of Gapsted Winery.

The cool climate, long ripening period and high rainfall of the Alpine and King Valley Regions assist in the production of high quality, luscious whites and refined reds, which include some newer Italian varietals. We were happy to taste any on offer and perhaps buy samples. The view from the Cellar Door's expansive dining veranda, overlooking the vineyard across to the distant hills, was so picturesque, we were reluctant to leave.

​Lunch at the nearby Savoy Club in Myrtleford completed a sociable day for us all. Next month, the U3A Christmas break-up replaces our normal Wine Appreciation outing. Our Christmas luncheon will be held at the Goorambat Railway Hotel on Wednesday November 27th.   Lunch & Bus $40 - Lunch only $35.  A form is included with this newsletter.  For further information or to RSVP, contact Heather Rodgers 5762 4086.

​Bev Thornell