Established in 1967, Vasse Felix is the founding wine estate of Margaret River and home to the region’s first vineyard, originally planted by pioneering winemaker Dr Tom Cullity. The estate comprises three specialized vineyards, including these historic plots, and boasts a viticulture program refined over more than five decades. This approach combines organic principles with precise, sustainable practices focused on soil health, vine longevity, and natural biodiversity.

Renowned as a regional leader, Vasse Felix has earned a global reputation for its small-batch, quality-driven winemaking with minimal intervention. Its wine portfolio ranges from iconic Margaret River classics to modern house styles, all crafted with a commitment to excellence.

Hand-harvested, whole-bunches were pressed and transferred direct to barrel as unclarified juice. Only natural yeasts from the vineyard fermented the wine and was nurtured in cellar for 15 months, 9 of which were in oak with some lees stirring. 100% Gingin clone and true to Heytesbury perfume and structure. A savory, delicate and beautifully structured, complex wine in a cooler, slightly later harvest year.

Tasting Notes

"It’s been a joy to watch the evolution of Heytesbury over the past decade or so, as it's one of the great Australian chardonnays. Whatever vintage conditions have thrown at it, and with tweaks along the way, the nucleus remains steadfast: quality, excellent fruit and a second-to-none level of detail in the winemaking. This is an evocative wine. Pristine and sublime. Funky sulphides rockin’ it while a gossamer thread of acidity holds everything in line – the citrus flavours, the texture, the wine totally enveloping the oak and, while it’s a powerhouse of flavour, there’s a purity to this. It’s such a contrast. How does it achieve that?" 98 Points - Halliday Wine Companion, Jane Faulkner (2023).