Wilyabrup Trip Overview
This exclusive historic experience at Vasse Felix begins with a walking tour of the regions oldest vines, planted in 1967 by Dr Tom Cullity. Then venture to the Vault, accessible to guests only via this experience, for a tasting of Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon , accompanied with house-cured charcuterie. Your experience concludes with a taste of an historic Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon selected by our Estate Sommelier. Following the tasting, enjoy a three course lunch in the award winning Vasse Felix Restaurant, paired with wines, which includes a glass of the museum Cabernet Sauvignon from your tasting.
Please note, during your tour of the museum and wine tasting you will be joined by other guests booked on this experience, however at lunch your booking will be seated separately.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 hours
Starts: Wilyabrup, Australia
Trip Category: Food, Wine & Nightlife >> Wine Tasting & Winery Tours
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This exclusive historic experience at Vasse Felix begins with a walking tour of the regions oldest vines, planted in 1967 by Dr Tom Cullity. Then venture to the Vault, accessible to guests only via this experience, for a tasting of Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon , accompanied with house-cured charcuterie. Your experience concludes with a taste of an historic Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon selected by our Estate Sommelier. Following the tasting, enjoy a three course lunch in the award winning Vasse Felix Restaurant, paired with wines, which includes a glass of the museum Cabernet Sauvignon from your tasting.
Please note, during your tour of the museum and wine tasting you will be joined by other guests booked on this experience, however at lunch your booking will be seated separately.
This historical tour takes you on an exploration of Margaret River wine at Vasse Felix, the region’s founding wine estate. Your experience begins with a glass of Blanc de Blancs sparkling on arrival before tour of the region’s oldest vines, planted in 1967 by pioneer and Vasse Felix founder Dr Tom Cullity. After your stroll through the old vines, you’ll gain exclusive access to The Vault – home of the historic Vasse Felix wine museum – for this special tasting featuring Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. Your host will guide you through current vintages, sharing insights into Margaret River Cabernet and Chardonnay, including folklore surrounding the region’s first Cabernet (the 1972 Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon), and cellaring advice. Your cellar experience will conclude with a tasting of an historic Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon selected for your enjoyment by our Estate Sommelier. Following the tasting, your experience continues upstairs in the Vasse Felix restaurant, where you’ll enjoy the ultimate treat of three courses from the a la carte menu showcasing local produce, paired with wines including a glass of back vintage Cabernet Sauvignon as enjoyed during your tasting.
Stop At:
• Vasse Felix Winery, Cnr Tom Cullity Drive & Caves Road, Cowaramup, Western Australia WA 6284 Australia
Sample Menu
• Entree – Kingfish, fenugreek, maesil
• Main – Pork, pepper, scallop, wakame
• Dessert – Kombu cheesecake, truffle
