Wine Appreciation Classes

How Wine Ages

How wine ages. A rare tasting from our private museum cellar.

Family in vines w Poppy LS

Museum Cellar Masterclass

Discover how wine ages

This masterclass focuses on the age-ability of wine. Enjoy an exclusive seated tasting of Upper Reach's complex aged museum wines alongside their younger counterparts.

Explore the range of flavours that develop over time, with and without aeration, and gain knowledge you will want to show off. Our private museum cellar is rarely opened to other wine enthusiasts, and in the spirit of the occasion Lauren selects a wild card museum vintage to be enjoyed on the day.

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Museum Cellar Masterclass

What to Expect ages

The masterclass is held upstairs overlooking the tanks, surrounded by barrels, with flights of both red and white varieties.

  • A seated tasting of aged museum wines beside their younger vintages
  • How flavours develop over time, and what changes with aeration
  • A wild card museum vintage chosen by Lauren on the day
  • How to start your own wine cellar, and which wines are worth ageing
  • Tips and tricks for cellaring wine at home
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What's Included

Masterclass & Lunch $170 per person

After your class, relax and enjoy a three course lunch with sweeping views of the vineyard.

To book by phone, call (08) 9296 0078.

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Enjoy exclusive member pricing on your favourite wines, complimentary or priority tasting perks, and early access to selected releases and special events all the benefits of being truly in the know.

Member pricing on your favourite wines.
Complimentary or priority tasting perks.
Early access to selected releases and special events.
The Inner Circle : monthly behind-the-scenes what’s happening, including vineyard updates, winemaking and anything else.
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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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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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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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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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 Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 
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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Cellar Club

Join the Cellar Club

Become a member of the Cellar Club and elevate your wine experience.
Enjoy exclusive member pricing on your favourite wines, complimentary or priority tasting perks, and early access to selected releases and special events all the benefits of being truly in the know.

Member pricing on your favourite wines.
Complimentary or priority tasting perks.
Early access to selected releases and special events.
The Inner Circle : monthly behind-the-scenes what’s happening, including vineyard updates, winemaking and anything else.
See Member Benefits

What Our Guests Say 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 Posted on Google Google 
 
 PAUL LYDIATE profile picture 
 
 
 PAUL LYDIATE 
 
 
 
 Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 
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.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Posted on Google Google 
 
 Chandré Rudolph profile picture 
 
 
 Chandré Rudolph 
 
 
 
 Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 
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.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Posted on Google Google 
 
 Drew Roxburgh profile picture 
 
 
 Drew Roxburgh 
 
 
 
 Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 
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.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Posted on Google Google 
 
 Liz DeCinque profile picture 
 
 
 Liz DeCinque 
 
 
 
 Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 
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!
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Posted on Google Google 
 
 e zanca profile picture 
 
 
 e zanca 
 
 
 
 Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 
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!
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Posted on Google Google 
 
 Julie Phillips profile picture 
 
 
 Julie Phillips 
 
 
 
 Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 
Beautiful grounds, set lunch menu available well priced, delicious well cooked dishes, good sized portions.  Staff friendly and attentive.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Posted on Google Google 
 
 Siobhain White profile picture 
 
 
 Siobhain White 
 
 
 
 Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 
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.