Vasse Felix Explained

Winery Name:Vasse Felix
Location Place:Caves Road
Location City:
Margaret River WA 6284
Location Country:Australia
Coordinates:-33.8225°N 115.0375°W
First Vintage:1971
Varietal1:Cabernet Sauvignon
Varietal2:Chardonnay
Varietal3:Merlot
Varietal4:Sauvignon blanc
Varietal5:Semillon
Varietal6:Shiraz
Homepage:Vasse Felix
Distribution:International
Tasting:Open to public

Vasse Felix was the first vineyard and winery to be established in the Margaret River wine region of Western Australia.[1] [2] Founded in Wilyabrup in 1967 by Dr Tom Cullity,[3] it is recognised as a pioneer of the region,[4] and also features an acclaimed restaurant in Cowaramup.[3] [5]

History

The first vintage at Vasse Felix was disappointing, with the harvest being substantially reduced by attacks from silver eyes, and by the after-effects of bunch rot. However, by the 1970s the winery was winning medals at the Perth Royal Show.

Restaurant

The restaurant at Vasse Felix was awarded two stars, and won the award for the Regional Restaurant of the Year, in The West Australian Good Food Guide 2013.[5]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Margaret River Wine History. Margaret River Wine Industry Association. 2007-06-13.
  2. Web site: Australian Wine Companion. Halliday. James. 2009-06-05.
  3. Web site: Our History. Vasse Felix. 9 August 2019.
  4. Web site: Margaret River wine region history. 2019-08-09.
  5. Book: Broadfield. Rob . The West Australian Good Food Guide 2013. 2012. Osborne Park, WA. West Australian Publishers. 9780987171948. 12, 14 and 126.