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Winter flooding in the Swan Valley Winery
Vineyard

Flooding in the vines. Will they live?

Winter 2021 was the wettest in Perth that most of…

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Captain James Stirling in The Gig
Vineyard

Why Do We Call Our Wines The Gig?

Why call a wine The Gig? In 1996, 25 years…

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Local Swan Valley Wine Grapes
Vineyard, Wine

Why Buy Local, Really?

I often hear ‘buy local’ or ‘support local business’ as well…

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Disgorging Sparkling Chardonnay at Upper Reach Vineyard in the Swan Valley
Wine

How long does an open bottle of wine last?

First let’s look at why wine goes off and goes…

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Royal Show Logo
Wine

Wine Shows: What’s the Difference Between a National and a Regional Wine Show? Upper Reach Winery

The Perth Royal Show is a national show so wineries…

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Fortified Barrels at Upper Reach Winery
Experiences, Wine

Wine Tasting Masterclass at Home | Fortifieds

As we’re coming into colder weather, it’s time to get…

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Twice Cooked Sticky Duck
Food

Best Recipes & Wine Pairings

We want to hear what you’ve been cooking … Let’s…

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Verdelho Upper Reach Winery Swan Valley Perth
Food, Vineyard, Wine

Wine Tasting Masterclass at Home | Verdelho

Verdelho Wine Tasting at Home Verdelho 2014 vs 2019 vs 2020…

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Wine Tasting In The Swan Valley
Uncategorized

Tasting etiquette at a winery- what to do? And how to look like you know what you are doing!

Five Top Wine Tasting Tips Let’s face it, we can…

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Wine decanting
Wine

Why Aerate Wine?

Do wine aerators really make a wine taste different?     …

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What Our Guests Say

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Went today for the Wednesday with 2 other couples for the $55.00 lunch. Value for money 10/10. Our friends who we invited were delighted with the food and surroundings. I had the lamb for entree and pork for mains. Simply amazing. All the other dishes were sensational. This place is worth a try. Also brought wine and joined the wine club. Will be going back.
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FYI NOT DOG FRIENDLY although on the occasion we visited we were welcomed due to the ongoing misunderstanding. Great spot! Everyone is very welcome, lovely wine and the pizza is delicious. 10/10 will recommend and visit again.
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Drew Roxburgh
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Thank you Upper Reach your food was sensational once again. The only issue was the air-conditioning wasn't working very well but otherwise perfect.
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Liz DeCinque
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We love this place, we have been in the wine club for a few years now and we get the fabulous wines at even better prices. Our faves are the reserve chardonnay and the shiraz.We attended the Valentines concert with. Group of friends, such a fantastic night! Would recommend it!
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e zanca
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This was my 3rd time at Upper Reach restaurant, and this time I went with friends. The food and wine were absolutely delicious—we ordered a variety of entrées and mains to share, and loved every single dish. The atmosphere is incredible and so peaceful, perfect for a relaxing lunch. The service was outstanding: the staff were very attentive, friendly. Even though it was quite busy, we never felt overlooked or waited long for anything. A wonderful experience all around! I had previously also been to the Treehouse on the same property, and the pizza there was excellent too—crispy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection in the woodfire Pizza oven!
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Julie Phillips
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Beautiful grounds, set lunch menu available well priced, delicious well cooked dishes, good sized portions. Staff friendly and attentive.
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Siobhain White
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2026 - This winery sits on stunning grounds with a beautifully arranged wine‑tasting cellar, individual bar, restaurant, and plenty of inviting spaces to relax; whether you prefer picnicking on the grass or unwinding at the shaded tables. The overall atmosphere is lovely and perfect for a leisurely day out, and while the wine‑tasting experience itself felt a little subdued and could benefit from some additional seating in the cellar door, the setting more than compensates. It’s also a dog‑friendly spot, and although I’d keep visiting dogs out of the tasting room to ensure everyone feels comfortable, meeting Poppy (the owners’ charming golden retriever) was an absolute delight and added a warm, personal touch to the visit.
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