With a sweet location by a little dam, this winery has a good attitude and showcases numerous varieties of wine from five great little estates, some of which don't have cellar doors. The upbeat tasting sessions include up to eight wines. There's also a casual eatery here.


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1. Roche Estate

0.13 MILES

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2. Brokenwood

0.2 MILES

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0.48 MILES

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4. Tamburlaine

0.69 MILES

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5. Tower Estate

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6. Pepper Tree Wines

0.8 MILES

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7. First Creek Wines

1.2 MILES

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8. Cockfighter's Ghost

1.3 MILES

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