Our Review
Garry Crittenden was a pioneer on the Mornington Peninsula, establishing the family vineyard over almost 40 years and introducing a number of avant-garde pruning and canopy management techniques. Much has changed – and continues to change – in cool-climate vineyard management. Crittenden has abandoned the use of synthetic fertilisers in the vineyard, focusing on biological soil health using natural tools such as compost and cover crops. Pinot noir and chardonnay remain the principal focus at the top tier, but they also produce some remarkable savagnin made under flor in the Jura style. In 2015, winemaking returned to the family vineyard on the Mornington Peninsula in a newly built facility, with son Rollo in charge of the winemaking and general management and daughter Zoe overseeing marketing. Exports to the UK. -JAMES HALLIDAY
Specialities
Pinot Noir and chardonnay.
Cellar Door
Information
Crittenden Wine Centre: 25 Harrisons Road, Dromana
Hours
7 days 10:30am-4:30pm
Details are correct at time of writing
Please check winery website for up to date details
Food
Information
The philosophy of food here is evident in the use of top quality ingredients, prepared by renowned chef and owner Zac Poulier. With a focus on free range and local produce as well as interesting items from both Australia and abroad, the menu at Stillwater changes with the availability of season and chef's inspiration.
Views from the dining room and decking overlook the vineyard, lake and beautifully kept lawns and gardens.
Bookings essential on 035981 9555.
Website:
http://stillwateratcrittenden.com.au/restaurant.html
Cuisine
Modern Australian
Hours
Sun: 12:00pm till 3:00pmMon: 12:00pm till 3:00pmTue: 12:00pm till 3:00pmWed: 12:00pm till 3:00pmThu: 12:00pm till 3:00pmFri: 12:00pm till 10:00pmSat: 12:00pm till 10:00pm
Details are correct at time of writing
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Accommodation
Information
www.lakesidevillas.com.au
Facilities
Three stand alone, one bedroom villas (separate bedroom) with king size beds. Twins are available upon request. Each villa has:
Authentic wood heater,
Split system heating & cooling,
Open plan with kitchen (please note no oven),
32 inch LCD TV and DVD/CD player,
LCD TV and DVD player in bedroom,
Quality toiletries,
Large north facing balcony over lake,
Double spa bath,
Fully equipped laundry,
Under cover parking for one car,
Complimentary Geppetto N.V. Brut Sparkling.
Breakfast hamper supplied. May include: local free range eggs, bread, bacon, fruit, cereal and other locally grown produce when available.
http://stillwateratcrittenden.com.au/accomodation.html
Details are correct at time of writing
Please check winery website for up to date details
Stockist Information
Distribution Information
Contact the office on 03 5981 8322.
Details
| Rating |
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| Winemaker |
Rollo Crittenden, Matt Campbell |
| Established |
1984 |
| Dozens |
10 000 |
| Vineyards (area) |
4.8 ha |
| Viticulturist |
N/A |
| Opening Hours |
7 days 10.30-4.30 |
| Address |
25 Harrisons Road, Dromana, Vic 3936
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| Telephone |
(03) 5981 8322
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| Website |
www.crittendenwines.com.au
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