Didn't care for the wine and the staff was a little snobby... The view, however... now that is fantastic... sitting on top of a knoll... you can see vineyards, orchards etc etc
On this slow Sunday in October, Paula and I found ourselves in Gettysburg, PA enjoying a leisurely stroll through town. We happen upon the Hauser Winery store and decided to stop in. I suggested to Paula that we stop for a wine tasting which she readily agreed to. Upon entering we met Cathy who besides being a die hard Eagles fan was very funny and quite knowledgable about wines and ciders. The wine and ciders were excellent as well as Cathy's explanation of the grapes used, the taste, and possible food pairings as well as her own stories to go along with each. Paula ended up selecting a bottle of Devil's Den and I selected a six pack of Jacks Hard Cider Helen's to bring home with us. If you are ever in Gettysburg on a slow Sunday in October or any other time, I highly recommend that you stop in for a wine and cider tasting and an enjoyable story teller.
We have visited Hauser several times, and while their wines aren't exactly our "taste", it is a beautiful place and the view alone is worth the trip. Also, some of the events they put on are a lot of fun...we've been to a concert and their soup and wine event and enjoyed both very much.
Visited the estate for the first time (they also have a store on the circle in Gettysburg). There is a large area for tastings and they also have table/seating areas for a group. There isn't a huge selection, but they offer a variety of reds and whites (Apple was the only fruit wine). The Merlot was the best I've had in a long time. They have a variety of events; checkout the Saturday after hours where they stay open later, have live music, and varying food vendors. Be aware, they do charge for the tastings. It is $3 for up to 6 wines; plus $1 additional each for reserve wines and hard ciders.
The Hauser Estate Winery is located on a knoll with beautiful scenery all around.We enjoyed the wines and bought four bottles and two wine glasses.I wanted to buy the glasses with stems but the Manager said they only could sell me stemless. I don't know why I even bought them. I have this new idea that I buy glasses from the Winery's we visit.We thought the young lady that did our tasting was horrible or for a better choice of words miserable! Never smiled or explained the different wines without us asking.We won't go back!
First of all - the venue is breathtaking. The drive up the open hill is close to a half mile long & very scenic as you curve up toward the main building. The tasting room is very attractive - with large glass enclosures affording a great view of the valley to the south. The wines I tasted were quite good & there are a lot of events held onsite - I'd highly recommend a visit if wineries are your thing!
The views are spectacular. I really enjoy the various flavors of Jack. The cinnamon is my favorite along with Helen's. Others have tried the wine and have walked away purchasing several bottles. I highly recommend stopping here! I hope my daughters' want to have their wedding reception here.
Two things pulled up my rating of this winery up from "poor" to "average"--the cider and the view. I have visited this winery on about 5 occasions. The customer service here, 4 out of 5 times, is consistently NOT friendly or inviting. I wouldn't call it pretentious, it's just rude.This place could definitely benefit by giving their employees some training. On visiting a nearby winery the same day, an employee came out from behind the counter, greeted us with a smile, asked how we were doing, how he could help us, etc. At Hauser we walked up to the counter and the woman said, "Do you know what you want?" No smile, no "Welcome". All I can say is, it's a good thing the ideal setting, on a hill with an outstanding view, somewhat makes up for indifference on the part of the staff. The wine here is not great, in my opinion, but I do enjoy the ciders. And the view...
We attended the Gettysburg Rocks Music Fest for the Four Diamonds Fund at Hauser on Aug 10th. What a great time. Music and wine were all superb. Location is beautiful. Three separate areas of music performers setup to meet anyone taste in music and wine tasting areas as well as purchases avail and seating. Food was catered and could be purchased for a nominal price. Only draw back was the steep rocky/dirt driveway to and from the parking area. Not accessible to low sports cars or expensive vehicles that you want to keep nice.
The area is beautiful. In the fall with all the leaves changing , the wine tasting was great! We tasted 7 wines and 1 hard cider, the place is breathing, on top of a mountain, if you every get a chance it's a must,they only have been open for 6 years.