Crisp autumn mornings, the deciduous trees decked in a palette of gold, yellows and russet colour impact on the the countryside to create a glorious vision as seasonal changes develop before our eyes . It is a great time to be in Tasmania.
This year has been a difficult one for many growers of grapes and soft fruits, as the ripening season saw an increase in the infestation of European wasps which penetrate the soft fruits for the juice and in some areas effected up to 30% of crop.
Meadowbank Estate is at Cambridge in the Southern part of the island and is so much more than just a vineyard. The vista across the vineyard and lake make this a great place for a stopover to enjoy a meal, coffee, or of course wine tasting. There is a shop, art gallery and I am sure a roaring fire in winter time. The winery has received many trophies and recommendations not only for their wine but for their contribution to the Tasmanian Wine Industry.
The floor of the upstairs gallery is a walk on mosaic of artworks as you can see in the photos and there is also an interactive aromatics section where you can test your “nose” to pick the aromatics associated with various grape varieties.
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