Tabor Hill Champagne Cellar

3 stars because of the misleading name. Although we had a nice visit at this tasting room, I was really expecting there to be a lot of champagnes. We were politely explained that it was not called Tabor Hill Champagne Cellar because of selection, but instead because it was an old champagne cellar. Hmmph.
Anyway, the wines were actually quite good here and the tasting was FREE (amazing). The person working behind the counter was very friendly and jovial and had a passion for the wines. I would recommend getting air conditioning as it was a hot day when we visited and was quite uncomfortable.

Decent winery with a decent selection of wines. I liked the cherry wine and bought a few bottles. The reds were all pretty good and if I had more time I would have sampled more.

Tabor Hill was stop two on a three stop wine tour for my Girlfriends and I. Because it was a Monday afternoon it wasn’t crowded, which was a plus. There were only a few other groups and non had to wait. That’s the best part. Our Wine tasting guide? wine Steward, Tom was pleasant and his knowledgable about the wines was very extensive, however he was rude and insulting.
Upon greeting 4 women aged 39 – 46, he referred to us as girls. He then attempted some small talk, and asked us if we were from Chicago, of which we were. he then asked about our «Gang affiliation» he thought this was a great joke. I’m not sure if the thought two Hispanic women, one African American woman and one Asian woman would find this humorous or not, but he certainly did.
I’m sure the management at Tabor Hill either does not know that he is representing the company this way or not, but My friends and I won’t be back, nor will we recommend it to any of our friends and family.
Perhaps along with Sommelier training, they might provide a class on «how to engage your client, without insulting them».

very good cabernet sauvignon and cherry wine. walked away with both of those. the man pouring for us was very friendly and accommodating considering how busy it was. i will be back!

Tabor Hill was good, not great, not bad– just good. The young man pouring for us had a friendly enough personality overall. He did have a somewhat pushy, used car salesman approach that turned me off, though. At least he was knowledgeable and gave us all the details as we were tasting. The husband and I decided to take home the Classic Demi Sec, Spumante, and Sparkling Peach. They also carry some very tasty chocolates, but it’s weird, because they don’t actually make them, but they display them and sell them as if they did make them. They’re pricey too, but we indulged on a few, and they were very good.

This is the place to pick up great wine. They have to Demi-​sec Red that made me a Red Wine drinker. Overall I have to say the Tabor Hill Select in the green bottle is not sold in stores, only here. And it is the best white wine ever. (to me at least) it slightly sweet but just great with anything or alone. Oh and if you have a sweet tooth, they have special chocolates to. All they need now is a great Cranberry wine!

Before heading out to pick apples, Dan, Nia, Michelle and I stopped here for some wine tasting. The tasting is free, service was good and the wine was excellent and pretty cheap. The pours were on the small side, except for the bubbly wines.
Based on my experience here, I’d definately be up for a meal at the restuarant.