Brookland Valley: Premium Chardonnay & Cheese Tasting for 2

Chardonnay gets the full royal treatment here: four premium wines, regional cheese, olives, crackers, baguette, and a few flavorful extras. The tasting brings together Brookland Valley Discovery, Estate, and Reserve wines with selections from the Houghton Premium range, so you can compare more than one style and level in a single sitting.

I like the regional food pairing, especially the Margaret River Dairy Company cheeses and Olio Bello olives. I also like the clear $20-per-person price, which makes this an easy add-on for two people at $40 total.

The main consideration is scope. This is a focused Chardonnay and cheese tasting, not a full winery tour or a broad survey of Western Australian wine. The available information also does not give a duration, guide name, group size, or detailed tasting order.

Key Points

• Four premium Chardonnays are matched with a generous regional food spread.
• Brookland Valley Discovery, Estate, and Reserve wines let you compare different ranges.
• Houghton Premium wines add another label and style to the tasting.
• Margaret River Dairy Company cheeses include both hard and soft varieties.
• Olio Bello olives, baguette, crackers, olive oil, Chillikrunch, and dukkah round out the table.
• $20 per person keeps the tasting affordable, with reserve-now and pay-later booking available.

Four Chardonnays, One Focused Tasting

This experience is built around a single grape, Chardonnay. That narrow focus is useful if you already enjoy white wine or want to understand why Chardonnay can taste so different from bottle to bottle.

You receive four premium Chardonnay wines rather than one quick sample. The selection draws from Brookland Valley’s Discovery, Estate, and Reserve ranges, along with wines from Houghton Premium. That gives you a chance to compare the character of different ranges without needing to visit several tasting rooms.

The exact pour order is not provided, so I would expect the staff to guide you through the wines at the venue. You should ask which wine to taste first and what differences to look for. A useful comparison may involve freshness, weight, oak, fruit character, or finish, but those tasting notes depend on the wines being poured on the day.

The word premium matters here, but it does not mean every glass will suit every palate. Chardonnay can range from crisp and lean to creamy and full-bodied. The advantage of tasting four is that you can find the style you prefer instead of judging the grape from one bottle alone.

Brookland Valley Discovery, Estate, and Reserve Ranges

The Brookland Valley part of the tasting moves through three named ranges: Discovery, Estate, and Reserve. These labels give the session a simple structure and provide a reason to pay attention to how the wines differ.

The Discovery range is presented as a newer part of the Brookland Valley offering. It may appeal to you if you like trying a more recent expression of a familiar winery name. The Estate and Reserve wines bring the prestigious side of Brookland Valley into the same sitting.

You are not simply sampling four unrelated Chardonnays. The range names create a comparison between wines connected to the same producer. That can make the tasting more useful for buying wine later, since you can decide whether you prefer the accessible Discovery style or the more special Estate and Reserve selections.

Still, do not expect the tasting details to answer every technical wine question. No vintage information, alcohol levels, vineyard details, or winemaking notes are supplied. If those points matter to you, ask the tasting staff as you go.

Houghton Premium Adds a Second Name

The tasting also includes wines from the Houghton Premium range. Houghton and Brookland Valley have created the experience together, so the Houghton pours are part of the intended comparison rather than an unrelated extra.

For you, this means the tasting has two useful reference points. Brookland Valley supplies several ranges with different positioning, while Houghton brings another premium label into the mix. That variety can help you sort out whether you respond more to the grape itself, the producer, or the wine’s range.

The selection remains centered on Chardonnay. If you want reds, sparkling wine, rosé, or a broad Western Australian tasting, this is not the right format. If you want a clear look at premium white wine, the limited subject keeps the session easy to follow.

Cheese From the Margaret River Region

Wine tasting can become a little thin when the food consists of a few dry crackers. This pairing avoids that problem with hard and soft cheeses from the Margaret River Dairy Company.

The contrast between hard and soft cheese gives you several ways to taste the wine. A firmer cheese may bring out the wine’s acidity and structure, while a softer cheese can make a fuller Chardonnay seem rounder. The exact effect depends on the individual cheeses, but the basic principle is practical: tasting the same wine with different foods can change how you perceive it.

I would try each cheese with at least one wine before settling on a favorite pairing. Start with small bites, then take a sip. Pay attention to whether the wine tastes sharper, smoother, fruitier, or heavier with the cheese.

The cheese is also a useful part of the value. At $20 per person, you are not paying only for four small pours. You are getting a prepared tasting plate with regional products, which makes the session more suitable as a light afternoon stop.

Olives, Baguette, and Local Extras

The food goes beyond cheese. The tasting includes Olio Bello Margaret River olives, crackers, baguette, regional olive oil, and a locally made choice of Chillikrunch or dukkah.

These details make the pairing feel connected to the region rather than like a generic wine bar plate. Olives bring salt and a firm, savory flavor. Baguette and crackers give you neutral carriers between sips. Olive oil adds richness, while Chillikrunch or dukkah can bring spice, texture, or toasted notes to the food.

I would treat these extras as tasting tools, not just decoration. Try a plain sip of Chardonnay, then taste it with baguette or cheese. Follow with an olive or a dab of the local accompaniment. The changes may be subtle, but that is the point of a pairing session.

There is one small uncertainty: the information does not specify which Chillikrunch or dukkah product is served, nor does it say whether both are included or one is selected. The wording indicates a locally made accompaniment is part of the offering, so ask on arrival if you have a preference.

What the Visit Is Likely to Feel Like

The format is best understood as a seated or hosted tasting with four wine pours and a prepared collection of regional foods. The available details do not state the duration, itinerary beyond the tasting, seating arrangement, or group size, so I would not plan around a fixed schedule unless the provider confirms one.

There is no transport included or described. You should make your own way to the Brookland Valley venue in Western Australia. The experience is therefore easiest to add to a day already spent in the area, especially if you are visiting for wine and food rather than looking for a standalone day tour.

No guide names are provided. Staff will likely introduce the wines and pairings, but you should not book this expecting a named winemaker, vineyard walk, or formal lesson. The value is in the tasting itself and in the combination of premium Chardonnay with regional produce.

One published assessment describes the experience as matching its description and being very enjoyable. That fits the design: the activity makes a clear promise and keeps to it. It does not try to be a large tour with many moving parts.

Why the $20 Price Makes Sense

At $20 per person, the cost is modest for a tasting that includes four premium Chardonnays and food. For two people, the listed price comes to $40 before any separate booking charges or extras that may apply.

I see the strongest value in the combination of wine range and food. Four pours let you compare producers and Brookland Valley ranges, while the cheese, olives, bread, crackers, oil, and local accompaniment prevent the tasting from feeling like a bare sample flight.

The price is especially reasonable if you already plan to visit Brookland Valley. It gives you a structured reason to stop and taste, with enough food to make the session more substantial than a quick wine counter pour.

Value depends on your expectations. If you want a long winery tour, cellar access, a vineyard walk, or a full meal, $20 will not buy that here because those features are not included. If your goal is a concise Chardonnay tasting with good regional snacks, the price is easier to justify.

Who Should Book This Chardonnay Experience?

I would point this experience toward several kinds of visitors:

• Chardonnay fans who want to compare four premium examples.
• Couples looking for a low-cost food and wine activity.
• Wine beginners who prefer one grape explained through several wines.
• Food-focused visitors who care about Margaret River cheese, olives, bread, and local accompaniments.
• Visitors with a short schedule who want a focused tasting rather than a long excursion.

It may be less suitable if someone in your group does not drink white wine. Since every wine in the tasting is Chardonnay, there is no stated alternative wine selection.

It may also disappoint anyone expecting a detailed winery tour. The experience information focuses on tasting and food, not vineyards, cellar operations, transport, or a broad regional introduction.

Simple Ways to Get More From the Tasting

I would arrive ready to compare, not simply to pick the first wine you like. Notice how each Chardonnay changes when paired with hard cheese, soft cheese, olives, bread, and the local accompaniment.

Keep a quick mental note of three things: which wine feels freshest, which feels fullest, and which one you would actually buy. This gives you a useful result even if the staff keeps the explanation brief.

Ask about the Discovery, Estate, and Reserve labels. You can also ask how the Houghton Premium wines differ from the Brookland Valley selections. The range names are one of the most interesting parts of the session, and a short question may give you more context than the basic tasting notes.

Because no duration is given, allow enough flexibility around the tasting. Do not schedule a tight transfer immediately afterward until you know how long the venue expects the experience to take.

Booking can remain flexible. You may reserve your place and pay later, and cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Those terms are useful if your Western Australia plans are still moving around.

The Best Reason to Choose It

The strongest feature is the pairing of a focused wine flight with food that has a real regional connection. The cheese, olives, baguette, olive oil, crackers, and local Chillikrunch or dukkah make the four Chardonnays easier to compare and more enjoyable to linger over.

The second strength is the range structure. Discovery, Estate, and Reserve wines from Brookland Valley, joined by Houghton Premium, give you more context than four nearly identical pours from one narrow tier.

The main weakness is the lack of practical detail about duration, group size, guide, and tasting sequence. That does not make the activity poor, but it means you should book it for the wine and food rather than for a fully planned tour program.

Should You Book Brookland Valley Chardonnay and Cheese Tasting?

Book it if you want an affordable, food-friendly Chardonnay tasting in Western Australia and like the idea of comparing Brookland Valley ranges with Houghton Premium wines. The four pours and regional cheese plate offer solid value at $20 per person, especially for a couple.

Skip it if your priority is a full winery visit, vineyard touring, red wine, or a substantial meal. For everyone else, this is a tidy and well-focused stop, with enough variety to make Chardonnay the subject rather than just the drink in your glass.

FAQ

How much does the Brookland Valley Chardonnay and cheese tasting cost?

The experience costs $20 per person. For two people, the listed price is $40.

How many wines are included?

The tasting includes four premium Chardonnay wines.

Which wine ranges are featured?

The experience includes Brookland Valley Discovery, Brookland Valley Estate, Brookland Valley Reserve, and Houghton Premium wines.

What food is included?

You receive Margaret River Dairy Company hard and soft cheeses, Olio Bello Margaret River olives, crackers, baguette, regional olive oil, and locally made Chillikrunch or dukkah.

Is the tasting focused only on Chardonnay?

Yes. The experience is specifically built around four premium Chardonnay wines.

Is the tasting available in English?

Yes. English is the listed language.

Can I reserve now and pay later?

Yes. You can reserve your place and pay later, with no payment required at the time of booking.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Is the experience designed for two people?

The experience is presented as a tasting for two, and the price is listed per person. You can calculate the total for two at $40.

Is a winery tour or transport included?

The provided details describe the Chardonnay and cheese tasting but do not include transport, a vineyard tour, or a cellar tour.