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Private Tour & Tasting at Stanton & Killeen
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Private Tour & Tasting at Stanton & Killeen

By Stanton & Killeen Wines
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Elevate your senses with a tasting experience like no other. Join us to savor the best of the winery's treasures - from the latest S&K table wines to aged vintages and the full spectrum of Muscat and Topaque wines, encompassing Rutherglen, Classic, Grand & Rare varieties. Your journey of indulgence extends beyond wine, as you're treated to a gourmet platter, brimming with exquisite local delicacies. All of this unfolds within the enchanting Muscat Solera Room, nestled amidst century-old barrels, creating an ambiance that's as rich as the flavors themselves.
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Ages 18-100
Duration: 1h 30m
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Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Wine Tasting
  • Local Produce Platter


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  • Stanton & Killeen Wines, 440 Jacks Rd, Rutherglen VIC 3685, Australia
    Please meet at Stanton & Killeen's cellar door. A friendly host will greet you with further instructions.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 424121P2

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Most travellers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 424121P2

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    About the operator
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    • Stanton & Killeen Wines
      174
      Australia
      Joined in January 2012
    • KevinP4383
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Rutherglen highlight
      This winery was one of our best cellar doors in the region. The wines were beautiful and the staff were really engaging. They shared their passion and creativity, even taking the extra time to show us around the property. Stuart and Zalan gave us a Rutherglen highlight and we came away with a boot full of wines and fortifieds to enjoy for a long time. Thank you for giving us an inviting and memorable experience.
      Written 15 September 2024
    • Y4025NJmichaelc
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Winery visit
      What a wonderful visit to Stanton & Killeen Winery. We had a great tasting, the wines were great and even better one of the best hosts we have ever had at a winery. Stuart really knew his stuff and was fun to deal with and you could tell how much he loved his job. Yes, we left with various bottles of wine and will return.
      Written 12 September 2024
    • michellesU4595MT
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Above and beyond
      Stuart treated us to a degustation of wines and fortifieds, and an unforgettable experience. A master conversationalist, Stuart sent us home with book recommendations, a revelation of a recipe for leftover risotto, a short course in local history, and many, many wines. Everything on tasting was delightful. We especially loved the rose and sparkling shiraz durif.
      Written 1 September 2024
    • Alan P
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Highly recommended and so much fun.
      This whole experience could be classed as the icing on the cake to our holiday. Very much enjoyed the attention to detail of our host Zalan, the friendliness of all, even the doggy and how one left the experience gaining a very small insight into wine making. Highly recommend this whole experience and I would do it again.
      Written 19 August 2024
    • Waggajbnelly
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      World class muscats
      Excellent products with friendly customer service. The muscats are world class and it was wonderful to taste the entire range from classic to rare.
      Written 11 August 2024
    • damonk297
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing
      Such great people with a lovely atmosphere and so welcoming. We tried all the wines and fortified wine and had such a great experience. Very delicious! We even got to see the wine barrels, great for all :))
      Written 9 August 2024
    • A4807FJjamesc
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Friendly, fun and unique experience!
      Originally I booked a blend your own Muscat via a booking site. I was able to edit my booking directly through Zalan who is the cellar door supervisor. He was very easy to communicate with and accommodating to my plan of proposing at the end of the tour to my partner. It actually couldn’t have gone any better with the environment and visual aspects of the winery an intimate experience for us both (luckily we were the only 2 on the tour). The tour and blend it self was a unique and fun experience, blending your own bottle of muscat. I didn’t know much about muscat or was a huge fan before the tour, but by the end my appreciation and taste for it had changed. Not only was Zalan fantastic, but all the staff were very friendly and seemed to be chuffed that we chose Stanton & Killeen setting for a day to remember. Note: this was be awesome to do with other couples or friends, for something a little different. Also my pictures don’t do it justice…
      Written 5 August 2024
    • Stueys-Crew
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great experience with our own Muscat blend
      We had a great experience blending our own Muscat. A very friendly greeting upon arrival and the entire agenda was explained before starting the winery tour. It was great to see the history and age of the winery and look at all of the vintage barrels. The blending was very well done, clearly explained and we were left to do our experiments. My advice is to take your time and experiment with all of the different flavours. The final Muscat is delicious!!
      Written 22 July 2024
    • Marie T
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Absolutely unique and very helpful.
      Very pleasant visit to get my supplies. Very informative gentleman explaining each fortified with no rushing. Wouldn't go anywhere else, great winery in a beautiful area.
      Written 16 July 2024
    • 741SandraB741
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Muscat Blending in Rutherglen.
      This was an unique experience.. We got to play chemist with our test tubes and funnels -Fun!! Arranging some form of transport to take you home would add to the experience. Spoke to the winemaker and manager. They were able to answer all of our questions. Fascinating to learn how Muscat is aged and categorized. How and where the grapes grow changed the taste even on such a small block.
      Written 3 July 2024
    • Pamela2209
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      The very best wine experience in Rutherglen
      Stanton and Killeen offer the most amazing and personal wine tasting experience. The Iberian Wine Tasting features the Portuguese wines they are famous for. It offers an education in these wines, so good that we have repeated for the last 3 years because every vintage is different. It is conducted by very friendly and generous staff who are more than happy to answer all questions. Stanton & Killeen are certainly worth a visit to expand your life's wine experience.
      Written 23 May 2024
    • 833simonm
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great exoerience and better than expected
      What an amazing experience. My partner gifted me this as a birthday present and we did the experience together. We were the only 2 doing the experience and it was great. Jess took us for the tour and the blending and she was knowledgeable and personable. We felt like we were just spending the day with friends as there was no rush and nothiong seemed stilted; everything was done with warmth and charm. The actual area where we did the blending was amongst the barrels, quiet and warmly lit with rustic lighting. I would recommend this to anyone as the experience was better than either of us would have thought
      Written 28 April 2024
    • Hugary1
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Stanton & Killeen Wines
      We were doing our own tour of the area with me as designated driver. These wineries we went to were all very interesting and offered and range of wines etc to taste. I did try the muscat here as it has been a favourite of mine for 40 years. The blonde short haired lady dealing with us was terrific. Great explantations and patience servicing us with the various wines. For me the best place for Muscat. They also have a range in 5l glass flagons which is very good. A place not to miss.
      Written 25 April 2024
    • warickt
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Wine tasting with notes and comment by host
      Excellent experience( even for a longtime local). Host Stuart was excellent in his knowledge and interaction with several groups simulaneuosly . Enjoyable time over two and a half hours. Highly recommended. -Warick Thompson
      Written 9 April 2024
    • Hopestickle
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing tour and muscat blending
      Thank you for a wonderful Muscat blending experience. It was so interesting to hear about the long history of the winery and how your family have operated it over the years. Our experience included a tour which was historic and beautiful, and scattered with tastings of fortified wines typical of the region. We then moved on to blend our own muscat through a guided activity teaching us more about the flavours, aromas and texture of muscat. This experience surprised and delighted us and was a highlight of our trip to Rutherglen (hard to do because the whole region is stunning). Thank you to the thoughtful, kind and knowledgeable the team at Stanton & Killeen (Wendy, Tash and Jess!)
      Written 5 April 2024
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2024 • Solo
    What an experience! Probably the most underrated winery in the country. Beautiful reds and fortifieds. Absolutely must try the vintage reds and rare fortified wines.

    The vibe at the cellar door was great. Zalan and Stuart made for a very enjoyable cellar door experience .

    I loved meeting Wendy Killeen, who just got back from a trip to China. Clearly she’s a leading innovator in the emerging Rutherglen wine industry.
    Written 19 September 2024
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    Hello Grant, many thanks for your 5-star review! We are proud of our reds and fortifieds so glad you appreciated tasting these on your journey of our wine with Stuart and Zalan. Thank you as well for joining our wine club - you can enjoy our wines delivered straight to your door. Come back and see us again when in the area.
    Written 20 September 2024
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    Jan F
    22 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Enjoyed the Iberian Tasting in the cellar. A special event to learn about the wines inspired from this region. Delicious, generous and informative. A unique experience. Booking is required. Make sure to allow some time for this one, it's really special.
    Written 24 May 2024
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    Hi Jan, Thank you for your review. It's always an absolute pleasure taking your group on a tasting. I'm already looking forward to next year's visit. Sam
    Written 11 June 2024
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    jo1967
    Melbourne, Australia313 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Intimate winery well worth the visit.
    We shared a lovely experience with our host , Mackenzie, who was knowledgeable and engaging throughout our time there.
    Please take the time to visit and linger a little longer 🍷🍷🍷 Thank you Mackenzie for making our visit so enjoyable !
    Written 31 March 2024
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    Thank you for such a lovely review! We're absolutely thrilled that you enjoyed your visit to Stanton & Killeen. It's fantastic to hear that Makenzi made your experience so enjoyable. We can't wait to welcome you back the next time you visit us in Rutherglen.
    Written 8 April 2024
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    Neil M
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Spent Saturday afternoon at this fabulous winery including a tasting session. So fortunate to be served by Stuart who has an amazing knowledge of wines across the globe. Some excellent wines. Our favourite 2019 The Prince. Great way to spend an afternoon. Thanks so much Stuart.
    Written 11 August 2024
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    Hi Neil, Thank you so much for spending your Saturday afternoon with us! We're delighted you enjoyed your time here and that The Prince 2019 stood out as a favourite—it's a very special wine indeed. Stuart will be thrilled to hear your kind words about his wine knowledge; he truly loves sharing his passion with our guests. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Cheers to many more afternoons filled with excellent wine.
    Written 12 August 2024
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    James K
    Kangaroo Island, Australia84 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    July 2024 • Couples
    Great experience, fantastic history & knowledge explained by Sam. Tried different classification of muscat. Room atmosphere was fantastic. Tastings was great. Food platter was very nice
    Written 2 August 2024
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    Hey James, Thank you so much for your review. It was an absolute pleasure meeting you both and I'm so glad that you enjoyed your time with us (even though it was a tad cold!) We hope to see you again at Stanton & Killeen next time!
    Written 4 August 2024
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    Blake G
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dec 2023 • Family
    Best experience, Robin is very knowledgeable and makes the experience one to remember. From the wine itself to the history of the winery Robin knows his stuff. Very impressive.
    Written 10 December 2023
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    Thank you so much for sharing your best experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that Robin made your visit unforgettable - He's a good egg! We can't wait to pass along your kind words to Robin and to welcome you back for your next Rutherglen wine adventure.
    Written 8 February 2024
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