Margaret River Wine News & Reviews
Field Notes Ep. 3: Why You Still See Threatened Species Everywhere
Conservation Conversations at Passel Estate: Challenging one of the biggest misconceptions surrounding threatened species, in Episode 3.
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Spring at Passel Estate: Wine, sunshine, wildflowers & wildlife!
Splendid colours of spring are currently on display at Passel Estate, and there is no better time to visit our Tasting Room to see the many species of flora and fauna in our gardens and bushland wildlife sanctuary. Our vines are showing new growth, wildflowers are blooming, bees are pollinating, blue wrens are flitting around and ducklings are wading around our dam.
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A flurry of starry reviews from Wine Orbit
Today we are raising our glasses to a new flurry of starry wine reviews from Sam Kim for Wine Orbit.
Sam is a renowned senior judge, wine educator and wine writer based in Auckland who specialises in Australia and New Zealand fine wines. We could not be more delighted with his stellar reviews and generous scores.
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Passel Estate wins prestigious TROPHY at the Sydney Royal Wine Show!
Passel Estate has won The McCarthy Perpetual TROPHY for Best Sauvignon Blanc at the 2026 Sydney Royal Wine Show!
READ MOREField Notes Ep. 2: Catch-Ups with a Conservation Scientist
Conservation Conservations At Passel Estate: Catching up with a Conservation Scientist in Episode 2
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Venison & Syrah at Passel Estate is back!
Shiraz and Venison is back under a new name!
Please join us on Saturday 3rd October, 2026 from 1-3pm, when owner, Barry Stimpson, will be firing up the BBQ again to serve venison brioche burgers, with produce as local as you can get from just next door at Margaret River’s Caves Farm.
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Introducing a new Cabernet Sauvignon for the Winter
Passel Estate’s 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon will soon be available, in perfect time for pairing with mid-winter roasts by the fire.
This beautiful wine has already received a host of medals from the international wine competitions, including most recently GOLD in the International Wine and Spirit Competition.
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Why Winter Might Be the Best Time to Visit Passel Estate
Discover the captivating beauty of Passel Estate in winter, and learn why cooler days can enhance your wine tasting experience.
READ MOREField Notes Ep. 1: How Conservation Became Part of the Passel Estate Story
Conservation Conversations at Passel Estate: Introducing our new Field Notes Blog Series, with Episode 1.
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Syrah vs Shiraz in Margaret River: Why We’ve Made the Switch with our 2022 Vintage Release
At Passel Estate, we’ve long referred to our Lot 71 Reserve as a Syrah. With the release of our 2022 vintage, we’re now bringing that same thinking across the range. What was previously labelled as Shiraz will now also carry the name Syrah.
It is a small name change, with a bigger story behind it.
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An English summer offer to enjoy Passel Estate wines in the UK!
Frederick’s Wine Company are once again offering a special summer promotion to all of our friends and Passel Estate fans who would like to enjoy or share our wines in the UK.
It is also a wonderful opportunity to get hold of some special Passel Estate wines from the spectacular 2018 vintage in Margaret River!
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Passel Estate is one of the Top Wineries of Australia 2026!
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Passel Estate is one of The Real Review Top Wineries of Australia 2026!
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Conservation Morning at Passel Estate
It is time to start getting ready for our annual Conservation Planting Day at Passel Estate on Tuesday, 26th May 2026.
The hard work by our staff and volunteers has proved to be hugely valuable, with many of the plantings from previous years now well established and providing sanctuary and nourishment to the Western Ringtail Possums and other endangered native species that live on the estate.
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Passel Estate excels in the Global Cabernet Sauvignon Masters!
Passel Estate has won not just one, but two Silver medals at the Prestigious Global Cabernet Sauvignon Masters in London!
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We are seeking a Tasting Room Venue Supervisor
We are seeking an experienced cellar door salesperson to help manage our tasting room venue and operations, and deliver Passel Estate’s guided tastings, immersive experiences and wine events.
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Conservation of Western Ringtail Possums in Margaret River: What the Latest Data Actually Shows
Recent research from Murdoch University has introduced updated findings that western ringtail possum numbers are higher then previously believed, even if it does not change the conservation status of the species.
Our blog for World Wildlife Day explores what the new data actually shows and how it helps reinforce our conservation priorities at Passel Estate.
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A summer afternoon of jazz by the vines for the Lunar New Year
Gather friends and loved ones, shake out your picnic blanket and welcome the new Chinese year of the Horse with an afternoon of scrumptious Má Là dumplings and live summer jazz in the stunning surrounds of Passel Estate.
Saturday 21st February 2025, 2.00pm – 5.00pm
Tickets: $56
Experience Ballet at the Quarry with Passel Estate
Announcing our partnership with West Australian Ballet, which celebrates our shared values that embody creativity, dedication and community spirit.
To celebrate our collaboration, we are gifting three pairs of tickets for Ballet at the Quarry: Incandescence to three lucky Passel Estate wine club members.
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