“Margaret River was only a young region when Cape Mentelle claimed the Jimmy Watson trophy in successive years, proving it wasn’t a fluke and that there was something special about this region at the edge of Australia. Cape Mentelle really put Margaret River on the map.” David Moulton, Chief - Winemaking and Viticulture
Established in 1970, Cape Mentelle is one of the founding wineries of Margaret River. While pioneering many of the regions' renowned wine styles, Cape Mentelle also consistently serves as a benchmark for the quality of Margaret River wines. Accolades including consecutive wines of Australias' most prestigious wine trophy, the Jimmy Watson, with the iconic Cabernet Sauvignon in 1983 and 1984, helped put Margaret River on the international wine map. Today, Cape Mentelles' tradition of pioneering spirit and uncompromising commitment to excellence is being upheld by their talented and innovative young team.
As a guest at Cape Mentelle, you can be assured that they take their environmental responsibilities seriously. The 120 hectares of estate vineyards are managed with a sustainable viticulture philosophy, meaning as close to organic as possible. This philosophy extends through the winery and waste management practices.
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Cape Mentelle
331 Wallcliffe Rd, Margaret River WA 6285
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Reviews
4.6 (216 Google reviews)
Tim Seeto23 November 2025
The wine tasting at Cape Mentelle was a lot of fun. Tamlyn, was very informative and entertaining.
This winery is only less than 10 min from Margaret River town, so any easy one to visit.
Taste Tycoon15 November 2025
We had the premium wine tasting, $25 per head. Nice service from the lady, but unfortunately the tasting fee is not redeemable upon purchase of wines, which is common practice in MR. We decided not to purchase anything for this reason and it's off the list on future visits.
Max26 July 2025
We did a behind-the-scenes tour last Saturday, and luckily, it turned into a private tour with just the two of us—probably thanks to the chilly weather!
Our guide, Mary, was amazing—super knowledgeable and friendly. We learned all about the winemaking process throughout the seasons, along with some fun and unexpected facts.
The wine tasting was incredible too. Every glass, from start to finish, was smooth and beautifully balanced.
Overall, it was a really enjoyable experience. We had a great time and would highly recommend it to anyone interested in wine or just looking for a relaxing day out.
Celine Loong30 July 2025
We visited Cape Mentelle and booked the Behind The Scenes Tour with Food & Wine Pairing through Tripadvisor. It ended up being just the two of us that day, so we had a private tour—which made the experience even more special.
Our guide, Mary, was incredibly kind and knowledgeable. She took her time walking us through the winemaking process and sharing insights about the vineyard’s history.
The wine tasting and food pairing were thoughtfully curated—each combination brought out the unique flavours of the wines beautifully. It was clear a lot of care had gone into the pairings.
Overall, a fantastic experience from start to finish. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the Margaret River region!
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