In late July the U3A Wine Appreciation Group visited Jones Winery & Vineyard in Rutherglen. Whilst perhaps not as well-known as other local Wineries, nevertheless this Winery was first acquired in 1927, and subsequently managed by six generations of the Jones family. Now, manager Arthur and his winemaker sister, Mandy, create superb French style wines, red and white, and several fortified, all made from their vines planted more than 112 years ago.
Our group was welcomed into the charming, heritage listed Wine Cellar Door by our host Laura, who was kept on her toes offering wine tastings, whilst sharing information on the winery. We were charmed by the rustic Cellar Door and its Dining Area. Equally charming was the whimsical and imaginative Garden Art on display outside. The adjacent Gallery housed more of local Helen Hay's work.
Our group was treated to another example of local historic buildings, as we lunched at the iconic Poachers Paradise Hotel. Enjoying the ambience, great food, charming and efficient service in this historic Hotel, topped off an enjoyable day out.
Heather and Keith - you had researched and planned this day for us to enjoy. Thank you so much!
Bev Thornell
Our group was welcomed into the charming, heritage listed Wine Cellar Door by our host Laura, who was kept on her toes offering wine tastings, whilst sharing information on the winery. We were charmed by the rustic Cellar Door and its Dining Area. Equally charming was the whimsical and imaginative Garden Art on display outside. The adjacent Gallery housed more of local Helen Hay's work.
Our group was treated to another example of local historic buildings, as we lunched at the iconic Poachers Paradise Hotel. Enjoying the ambience, great food, charming and efficient service in this historic Hotel, topped off an enjoyable day out.
Heather and Keith - you had researched and planned this day for us to enjoy. Thank you so much!
Bev Thornell
Coming up on August 28 – Myrtleford’s Michelini Winery and Café Fez
The Wine Appreciation group is going to Michelini Winery in Myrtleford in August. Please note that that Michelini may charge a tasting fee of $2.50.
For lunch…“We hope to dine at Café Fez, which is part of the Red Ramia establishment. It gets good reviews.”
Meet at the tennis court car park (behind Aldi) in Barkly Street at the usual meeting time of 10 am. Please ring Heather and Keith on 5762 4086 by Sunday 25 August to enable catering numbers to be finalised.
Heather and Keith Rogers
The Wine Appreciation group is going to Michelini Winery in Myrtleford in August. Please note that that Michelini may charge a tasting fee of $2.50.
For lunch…“We hope to dine at Café Fez, which is part of the Red Ramia establishment. It gets good reviews.”
Meet at the tennis court car park (behind Aldi) in Barkly Street at the usual meeting time of 10 am. Please ring Heather and Keith on 5762 4086 by Sunday 25 August to enable catering numbers to be finalised.
Heather and Keith Rogers
