James' Review
The rise and rise of the fortunes of the House of Arras has been due to two things: first, the exceptional skills of winemaker Ed Carr, and second, its access to high quality Tasmanian chardonnay and pinot noir. While there have been distinguished sparkling wines made in Tasmania for many years, none has so consistently scaled the heights of Arras. The complexity, texture and structure of the wines are akin to that of Bollinger RD and Krug; the connection stems from the 7-15+ years the wines spend on lees prior to disgorgement.
About
For more than a decade, the House of Arras team has been identifying and developing the ideal vineyard sites for world class sparkling wine. This journey has led the House of Arras to call the ancient soils and cold climate of Tasmania home. Its climate is significantly cooler than the mainland, with long summer daylight and maritime influences, which are Ideal conditions for long, slow and consistent fruit development. The House of Arras sources fruit from many outstanding vineyards in southern Tasmania and the south east coast. Each location bestows its own nuances of character on chardonnay and pinot noir fruit.
Specialities
Premium Tasmanian sparkling: chardonnay, pinot noir chardonnay
Cellar Door
Information
Bay of Fires' cellar door is the Tasmanian home of Bay of Fires, House of Arras and Eddystone Point Wines. Drop in to taste these wines, enjoy stunning scenery, cheese, artisan pizza and the insights provided by our knowledgable staff.
House of Arras Bay of Fires Cellar Door 40 Baxters Rd, Pipers River, Tasmania 7252.
Hours
Open weekdays 11am - 4pm & weekends 10am - 4pm. Closed Christmas Day and Good Friday.
Details are correct at time of writing
Please check winery website for up to date details
Food
Information
Enjoy cheese and artisan pizza at the House of Arras Bay of Fires Cellar Door.
Hours
Open weekdays 11am - 4pm & weekends 10am - 4pm. Closed Christmas Day and Good Friday.
Details are correct at time of writing
Please check winery website for up to date details
Details
| Rating |
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| Winemaker |
Ed Carr |
| Established |
1995 |
| Dozens |
NFP |
| Vineyards (area) |
N/A |
| Opening Hours |
Mon-Fri 11-4, w'ends 10-4 |
| Address |
Bay of Fires, 40 Baxters Road, Pipers River, Tas 7252
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| Telephone |
(03) 6362 7622
|
| Website |
www.houseofarras.com.au
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