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Established in 1967 by regional pioneer Dr Tom Cullity, Vasse Felix is Margaret River’s founding wine estate.
One of the great wine regions of the world, Margaret River enjoys a truly unique environment and climate which makes it a paradise for winemakers and wine lovers alike. From the first plantings, right up to the modern day, we have always strived to explore and express the very best of the Margaret River region at Vasse Felix.
Under the ownership of the Holmes a Court family since 1987, we have carefully expanded our vineyards to include four distinct and exceptional sites around the Margaret River region. Each vineyard is matched to the best possible varieties and clones, and farmed sustainably using traditional and organic practices. By nurturing our soils, we achieve better plant health and balance which leads to higher quality fruit. We don’t use synthetic herbicides, fungicides, pesticides or fertilisers.
Our wines reflect the strengths of Margaret River, with a focus on Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay, as well as Shiraz and Sauvignon Blanc / Semillon blends. Each parcel of fruit is vinified with minimal intervention and bottled within our modern winery, situated at our Home
Margaret River’s Founding Wine Estate
Vineyard overlooking the Wilyabrup Brook. Our winemaking philosophy is founded on the beliefs that great wines are made in the vineyard, must be authentic expressions of their place, and are the work of a great team of passionate people.
“...Vasse Felix has reached the top echelons of Australian winemaking philosophy and practices...”
ANDREW CAILLARD MW
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Dr. Tom Cullity,Founder
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Paul Holmes à Court,CEO
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Virginia Willcock,Chief Winemaker
Margaret River’s Founding Wine Estate
Our Cellar Door—also located at our Home Vineyard—is renowned. Featuring a tasting room, wine lounge, art gallery, wine museum and one of Australia’s most acclaimed restaurants, we welcome visitors from all around the world, eager for the ultimate Vasse Felix experience. We are passionate about our region, and welcome anyone to visit us for a tasting, tour or long lunch.
There are many things that make Vasse Felix the special place it is: the incredible environment and climate of Margaret River, our family ownership, our treasured heritage, and our priceless vineyards. But above all, it’s the dedication of our entire team to continue Dr Cullity’s original aim for Vasse Felix: “to make the best possible wine.”
“Margaret River is the closest thing to paradise of any wine region I have visited in my extensive search for knowledge.”
JANCIS ROBINSON, MW
The Margaret River Wine Region is positioned in the south-west corner of Australia. It stretches 100 kilometres from north to south and is positioned on a cape that is surrounded by ocean on three sides.
The region is renowned for its isolation, ancient terrain and remarkable coastline. The Mediterranean climate, ancient gravel loam soils and maritime influence, together, deliver ideal conditions for premium viticulture, particularly for Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay.
Margaret River wines are known for their consistency, elegance and pronounced varietal aroma and flavor.
Margaret River, Wine Paradise
Ancient SoilsPristine Isolation Twin Oceans
“Margaret River’s top-tier wineries collectively produce an indecent amount of Australia’s greatest chardonnays and cabernets: total production is only 3 per cent of the Australian crush but contributes 20 per cent of Australia’s top-rated wines.”
JAMES HALLIDAY
“It’s Australia’s premier Cabernet region, its Chardonnays are among the country’s finest, and many of these are world-class wines.”PETER FORRESTALDECANTER MAGAZINE
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The Vasse Felix Wine Family
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
TOM CULLITYCabernet Sauvignon Malbec
A single-vineyard evolution of the estate’s previous icon red, the HEYTESBURY, named in recognition of our founder—Dr Tom Cullity. It descends from his original vines and represents the pinnacle of Vasse Felix.
PREMIERCabernet Sauvignon
Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon offers the unique combination of elegance and fruit power. This is the definitive Cabernet Sauvignon of Vasse Felix and the estate’s most historic wine.
FILIUS Cabernet Sauvignon
‘Son of’ the Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon. It carries the structure, power and tannins of classic Margaret River Cabernet in an easier drinking style from fruit sourced from each of the Vasse Felix vineyards.
“The top rank of Margaret River Chardonnay and Cabernet is, simply put, in the
top rank of the world. And by that, I’m including the likes of Burgundy (for the
Chardonnay) and Bordeaux and Napa Valley (for Cabernet Sauvignon).”
MATT KRAMER, WINE SPECTATOR USA
HEYTESBURY Chardonnay
A selection of the most unique and striking vineyard plots, recognized for its innovative winemaking and distinguishing ‘Heytesbury’ character.
PREMIERChardonnay
The definitive Chardonnay of Vasse Felix. A pure, elegant and vibrant style of Chardonnay, embracing the region’s powerful fruit with complexity and restraint to express the environment, with the hallmarks of Vasse Felix’s premier vineyards.
FILIUS Chardonnay
‘Son of’ the Vasse Felix Chardonnay. Typified by its bright, elegant fruit, subtle wild complexities and a tight acid structure, reflecting the vibrancy and purity of this variety in Margaret River.
3 X CLASSIFIED WINES‘OUTSTANDING’ TOM CULLITY
‘EXCELLENT’ HEYTESBURY CHARDONNAY and CABERNET SAUVIGNON
TOP 100 WINES 2018WINE STAR AWARDS 2017NEW WORLD WINERY OF THE YEAR
WINE STAR AWARDS 2014WINEMAKER OF THE YEAR NOMINEE
GOLD MEDALLIST
. . . AND CHARDONNAY
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