Who owns Vasse Felix wines?
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Who owns Vasse Felix wines?
the Holmes a Court family
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, including the region’s oldest vineyard – our Home Vineyard in the Wilyabrup area.
What is the oldest winery in Margaret River?
Vasse Felix
Margaret River’s first commercial vineyard, Vasse Felix, was planted in 1967, and from the first batches of wine a few years later, the region quickly established itself as one to watch. This is even more impressive given that many of the region’s first winemakers were newcomers to the industry.
Who started Vasse Felix?
Dr Tom Cullity
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.
Is Vasse Felix organic?
Great wine begins in the vineyard. As such, we are pleased to announce that in early August, Vasse Felix was accepted into the Organic Certification program through NASAA (National Association for Sustainable Agriculture Australia).
Who owns Leeuwin Estate?
The Estate is ranked as a “five star” winery by James Halliday, who notes “This outstanding winery and vineyard is owned by the Horgan family, founded by Denis and Tricia, who continue their involvement, with son Justin Horgan and daughter Simone Furlong joint chief executives.
Is Margaret River a good wine region?
One of the world’s youngest wine regions, Western Australia’s Margaret River Region is something of a prodigy, achieving success, prestige and international acclaim at an early age particularly for its Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay.
What happened Rothbury Estate?
Due to prolonged periods of drought and consequently poor yields, the estate ran into financial difficulties. In 1995, despite fierce opposition from Evans, Rothbury Estate was hostilely taken over by Mildara Blass, after which Len Evans withdrew.
Who owns Leeuwin Coast?
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How many vineyards are in Margaret River?
Producing more than 25 percent of Australia’s premium wine, Margaret River is one of the nation’s largest wine regions, with more than 200 vineyards.
Where is the Rothbury Estate?
The winery is located in Pokolbin in the Hunter Valley in the state of New South Wales in Australia. It was founded in 1968 by the well-known Australian winemaker and wine journalist Len Evans (1930-2006), who put a state-of-the-art winery into operation two years later.
Where is the Leeuwin Coast?
Australia
The Leeuwin Current is a warm ocean current which flows southwards off the western coast of Australia. The Leeuwin Current makes the continental shelf waters of southern Western Australia warmer in winter and cooler in summer compared to similar regions in our latitude.
How does the Leeuwin current affect climate?
Because of the Leeuwin Current, the continental shelf waters of Western Australia are warmer in winter and cooler in summer than the corresponding regions off the other continents.
What wine is best from Margaret River?
In the red wine category, Margaret River is best known for its cabernet sauvignon and shiraz. Cabernet is the king of Margaret River, and almost every producer will have one on pour at their cellar door. This variety single-handedly put the region on the wine world’s map.
