The wines produced by McHenry Hohnen reflect Margaret River's strong suit with Chardonnay and Bordeaux varieties, along with a focus on alternative varieties which are performing very well in the region's Mediterranean climate – Zinfandel, Roussanne, Marsanne, Mataro and Grenache.
Enjoy your choice of main meal off the daily menu (no limited tour menu or shared platter with us!) and a glass of wine in these iconic regional restaurants. With a focus on showcasing the region's freshest local produce in the hands of Margaret River's best chefs, you are assured of a memorable and delicious lunch as part of your Harvest tour.
The Flametree Winery and Cellar Door is located at the gateway to the Margaret River Wine region on the picturesque shores of Geographe Bay, Western Australia. Conveniently situated on Caves Road half way between Busselton and Dunsborough, Flametree Wines provides a relaxed and informative wine tasting experience. We are open 10am-5pm daily.
With a close connection to Kalgoorlie, the vineyard landscape reminded Jim and Gwen of their childhood stomping grounds around the gold mines of Kalgoorlie. Brown Hill was the claim that made the Golden Mile famous and Jim remembers going with his father to water their vegetable patch by diverting water from the old Brown Hill mine site. Four generations of Baileys lived in the Goldfields with close ties to Brown Hill, so it seemed only natural to give the winery the same name.
Born from a love of Bordeaux Cabernet blends, and the dream to create a stellar red wine of their own, David and Heather Watson established Woodlands in 1973 within the Wilyabrup Valley. It now covers 10 hectares, and is certified organic. The Woodlands Brook Vineyard was established in 1999, and covers 17 hectares.
Happs Wines is a brand for the people. They fly in the face of convention in terms of how many wines they make and what varieties they make them from. Happs Wines' pleasure is found in providing a wine for every palate and have built a portfolio to achieve this. Their cellar door is rustic and welcoming, their smiles are genuine and their customers are loyal.
Fraser Gallop Estate is set upon 165 acres of undulating land on Metricup Road, Wilyabrup, in the Margaret River region. It is a marvellous location close to other premium producers. Six kilometres from the coast our climate is warm and dry and is moderated by the effect of the Indian Ocean.
The Margaret River Truffle Farm is a family-owned truffle orchard nestled on some of the world’s oldest soils in the heart of the Margaret River region of Western Australia, where 700 truffle-inoculated oak and hazelnut trees grow between native forest. The farm celebrates sustainable cultivation of gourmet black truffles and offers visitors a chance to explore and enjoy their produce against this picturesque rural backdrop.
Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk Denmark in Australia's south west Walpole Wilderness 400 kilometres from Perth. East of Margaret River and west of Albany are the hamlets, Peaceful Bay, Bow Bridge and Nornalup. You can dive, surf, fish, canoe, walk the Bibbulmun Track along beaches, coastal ridges amongst the flora and fauna to the Ancient Empire Forest. Discover the history, heritage, arts and Great Southern Taste.
Enjoy tasting up to 60+ foods, made onsite and imported internationally (baguettes imported from Paris!) a wine tasting at the Coward and Black cellar door including their famous chocolate liqueurs, a tour of the organic garden of photos amongst the vines.
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Since its inception in 1994, Ferguson Farmstay has grown to become one of the most sought-after venues in the Ferguson Valley. Boasting 10 fully self contained chalets, a function centre, amphitheatre and over 1,000 roses, Ferguson Farmstay is the ideal destination for your next family holiday or dream rural wedding.
Margaret River is the location of Limeburners newest distillery and cellar door. Here, you'll find top shelf cocktails, premium Australian whisky and spirits, local wine, local beer on tap, and a mouth-watering menu all within walking distance from town.
Whale Watch Western Australia is the largest and most luxurious purpose-built whale-watching vessel in Western Australia. This family business started in pearling on the remote Pilbara & Kimberly coastlines in 1985 and now has interests in Whale Watching & Eco Tourism ventures throughout Australia.
Driftwood Estate is a boutique winery set in the stunning Wilyabrup sub-region of Margaret River, Western Australia, the winery immediately received acclaim when its first wine, a Semillon produced in 1993, won a special commendation in a British competition.
Strange Brews Wine Bar is a relaxed neighbourhood spot dedicated to great wine and good times. It’s the perfect place to discover thoughtfully curated wines by the glass or bottle, enjoy a casual drink with friends, and explore new favourites in a welcoming, laid-back setting.
Jane and Peter Thompson purchased the Thompson Estate property in 1994, and the first plantings of chardonnay and pinot were in 1997, followed by the cabernet plantings in 1998. With new plantings on the Estate, the focus has been on high quality wine production, and this has been recognized in a large number of wine show medals and accolades from the wine press.