Leogate Estate Wines

Leogate Estate sits at 1693 Broke Road with the Brokenback Range filling the view, a polished cellar door and restaurant where the dog-friendly action happens outdoors. The extensive lawns and outdoor seating are the draw for anyone bringing a dog into a setting that otherwise leans premium.

Where the dog goes. Dogs are welcome on the lawns and at the shaded outdoor tables near the cellar door, comfortably secured beside you. They are not taken inside the tasting room or The Gates restaurant, so plan to be outdoors, which is where the vineyard-and-mountain view is anyway. Keep your dog on a lead and clean up promptly.

What is there. Premium cool-climate wines, with the Chardonnay well regarded, and The Gates restaurant for a sit-down lunch if you want to make a meal of it. Bring your own water bowl, as outdoor amenities for dogs are not guaranteed.

Getting there. 1693 Broke Road, clearly signed and easy to reach by car. Ample free parking on-site, including a gravel car park a few steps from the cellar door.

When to go. The open lawns get exposed on a hot afternoon, so a morning visit or a shaded table is the smart pick in summer. Booking ahead is wise given the restaurant draws a crowd at lunch.

Sources

• Wineries and wine tastings in and around Pokolbin · wanderlog.com

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