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February - Pennyweight Winery, Beechworth & the Stanley Pub

27/2/2023

 
Welcome to our many new members. 
 
On one of the hottest days this summer, 35 of us made our way to Pennyweight Winery at Beechworth where the temperature was a few degrees lower, thank goodness.    We sat out under their beautiful big trees in the paved courtyard and were looked after by Libby and Liam.  

We tasted two reds and whites and their delicious, fortified Pennyweight Gold aged in old oak casks for seven years.  It can be enjoyed chilled as a delicious aperitif, a dessert wine or as a mixer with tonic, ice and lime – sounded good on the day! ​
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As there was a little bit of time to spare before lunch, several members took the opportunity to peruse the shops before going onto lunch at the Stanley Pub. 

Once again, we were seated under trees and umbrellas on their expansive lawn.  The menu is predominantly Asian with some usual pub food.  I can’t speak highly enough of the staff who looked after us.  They were always smiling and happy to help.

Our March 17th our outing is to Gapsted Winery at 3897 Great Alpine Rd, Myrtleford and then onto lunch at Café Fez located at 145 Great Alpine Rd, Myrtleford.   There is a $5 charge for the tasting.   The tasting is booked for 11.00.

As usual we will meet in the car park behind Aldi at 10.00.   Please RSVP by Sunday 12th either by return email or phone/text 0428 696 408.

​ 
Nicole McFarlane

February photos - Pennyweight Park Winery

18/2/2023

 
"U3A Wine Appreciation Group met at Pennyweight Winery's rustic Cellar Door in Beechworth. The small traditional, family run winery is biodynamic and organic. It produces table and fortified wines. Our large group of 37 had to be divided into 2 groups for wine tasting. Libby and Liam did an amazing job attending to us all. Liam gave me a short tour of the cool Wine Cellar, where the barrels of wine and spirits are stored and aged, so that I could share these photos. A short drive up to Stanley Pub for lunch followed. It was a very hot day, so we took advantage of the picnic tables under shady trees or umbrellas on the Pub lawns. Thanks to our convenor, Nicole, for keeping your large mob under control." Bev Thornell, Facebook post, 18 February 2023

Our first winery visit for 2023 - Pennyweight Winery, Beechworth

2/2/2023

 
Hello everyone and welcome back to our adventures in wine, food, friendship and fun.

Our first winery visit for 2023 is on Friday 17th February to Pennyweight Winery, a certified organic and biodynamic  vineyard that have been crafting fine wine spanning four decades and three generations.  They are located at 13 Pennyweight Lane, Beechworth. 
This will be followed by lunch at the Stanley Pub, 6-12 Myrtleford-Stanley Rd, Stanley.

Meeting at 10.00 in the Barkly St car park behind Aldi.

Please let me know by Sunday 12th February if you will be coming.  You can RSVP to nicnakmac90@gmail.com or ph/text 0428 696 408.

Look forward to catching up!

​Nicole

    About the Wine Appreciation Group
    This group meets monthly for a trip to explore the wineries of the North East and learn more about the varieties of wines and the people who make them.  
    We meet on the third Friday  of the month, gathering at the Seniors' Car Park.  Lunch is part of the excursion at a suitable venue.  

    Convenor and Contact Details

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    Nicole McFarlane 
    ​0428 696 408

    Meeting Times

    3rd Friday
    10 am to 4 pm.

    Various venues.

    ​We now meet
     at the Seniors Car Park for car -pooling. 

    ​See Newsletter and website calendar for monthly starting times. 

    Wineries visited
    (being updated)

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    2017
    Alpine Valley
    Amulet Winery
    Anderson Winery
    Andrew Buller Wines
    Avenel
    Baileys
    Beechworth
    Cafe Fez
    Campbells
    Chateau Tahbilk Photos
    Chrismont
    Corowa
    Dal Zotto
    Ferraro Wines
    Fowles Winery
    Gapsted Winery
    Gracebrook Winery
    Indigo Winery
    John Gehrig
    Jones Winery
    King River Cafe
    King Valley
    La Cantina Winery
    Lake Moodemere Estate
    Longleat Winery
    March 22
    Maygar Hills
    Michelini Wines
    Milawa
    Murchison
    Myrtleford
    Oxley
    Pennyweight Winery
    Pfeiffer Wines
    Piano Piano Vineyard
    Pizzini
    Pizzzini Winery
    Politini
    Red Feet Wines
    Rutherglen
    Sam Miranda Winery
    Taminick
    The Other Place Cafe
    Warrabilla Winery
    Whitfield Hotel

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