Margaret River > Vasse Felix
Vasse Felix |
Outstanding 17/20 |
Caves Road (Cnr Tom Cullity Drive), Margaret River, WA 6284
Open 10am to 5pm daily Cards MC,V |
The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Beautiful setting, friendly and knowledgeable staff & fantastic restaurant. 2 Doors Awarded To "Wine about": Nothing How many bottles did we buy: 3 and lunch Suitable for: Couples, Groups Visited July 2014 |
Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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Australia
Western Australia
Margaret River
Well sign posted, long paved driveway (entry is off caves road)
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Upon Arrival
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Parking
Setting
Commercial/Boutique
Ambiance
Airconditioning/Fireplace
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Plenty of paved parking
Beautiful stone building set amongst lawns and vines, complete with a natural brook
Commercial
Modern, polished concrete, very light and open
Yes/Yes (in restaurant)
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Tasting Experience
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Number of wines on tasting
Particular wines or varietals known for
Wait time
Knowledge of wines
Staff attitude
Winery Tour Offered
Tasting seating available at counter
Tasting sheet/order form provided for notes
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5+
Cabernet Sauvignon & Chardonnay
No wait, even with other visitors at the counter
Excellent
Very friendly and engaged team, efficient tasting but not rushed (when dining in the restaurant, it is suggested to arrive 20 mins beforehand for your tasting, which worked well)
Yes; tour and tasting or tour, tasting and lunch
No
Yes
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Food Offering
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Yes/No
Restaurant/Café/Tasting platter
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Yes
Beautiful restaurant which is listed in The Australian Good Food Guide. Situated above the cellar door, restaurant has views out over the vineyards and lawns and serves very nice modern Australian cuisine
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Hip Pocket
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Price range of wines
Tasting Fee
Refundable on purchase?
Tour Fee
Delivery cost per dozen
Club Membership with Discounts etc
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$17-$80
$0
N/A
$45 for tour and tasting
Free with purchase of a dozen or more
Yes; discounts, special events, etc
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Other features, facilities and offerings
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Gift Shop
Toys/play area for kids
Dog friendly
By the way...
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Yes, wine accessories, branded clothing, etc
Not specifically, but the beautiful lawns were a popular place for kids to play around on
No
Lovely place with friendly staff and great restaurant. There is also an art gallery through which you are invited to wander (art is also available for sale) as well as the original underground cellars that you are encouraged to visit
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