On arrival to Cape Mentelle, you will be welcomed by your tour guide and commence your tour of this well established vineyard.
Starting at the Wallcliffe cabernet sauvignon vineyard you'll learn about the current viticultural practices that highlight the wine style created through the maritime regionality. You'll stand amongst the third planted vineyard in the Margaret River region and hear stories created by the vision of Founder David Hohnen and his brothers before then visiting the cellar and climbing a set of stairs into the red fermentation cellar.
Sample juice or wine whilst learning about the differences between white and red grape processing before then making your way into the barrel hall, which holds all wines that are maturing in oak barriques. Your tour guide will then lead you to the historic oak vat cellar where original large French oak vats stand proudly before moving onto the original cabernet cellar which showcases 150 oak barriques. The oak room settings are simply stunning!
You'll then have some time to freshen up before sitting at the table in the Cabernet cellar for the food and wine pairing. A food and wine flight consisting of 6 canapés and 6 current release wines of read more...
On arrival to Cape Mentelle, you will be welcomed by your tour guide and commence your tour of this well established vineyard.
Starting at the Wallcliffe cabernet sauvignon vineyard you'll learn about the current viticultural practices that highlight the wine style created through the maritime regionality. You'll stand amongst the third planted vineyard in the Margaret River region and hear stories created by the vision of Founder David Hohnen and his brothers before then visiting the cellar and climbing a set of stairs into the red fermentation cellar.
Sample juice or wine whilst learning about the differences between white and red grape processing before then making your way into the barrel hall, which holds all wines that are maturing in oak barriques. Your tour guide will then lead you to the historic oak vat cellar where original large French oak vats stand proudly before moving onto the original cabernet cellar which showcases 150 oak barriques. The oak room settings are simply stunning!
You'll then have some time to freshen up before sitting at the table in the Cabernet cellar for the food and wine pairing. A food and wine flight consisting of 6 canapés and 6 current release wines of 40 ml pours in Riedel glassware along with a spittoon, water and reference booklet, is set out for each person. A seasonal canapé menu highlighting local produce is presented. Vegetarian and gluten free requirements can be catered for and bookings are essential the day prior.
Tour Departs:
10.30am on Monday & Tuesday (please arrive by 10.20am)
Tour Duration:
2hrs 30 minutes
