The wife bought me a Groupon for Christmas for a wine tasting and gourmet platter. Faber Vineyard is very much tucked away. At one stage we thought we’d driven too far! Pulled in to the generous sized parking lot with plenty of trees for shade and off we went to the winery. We milled around for a while looking at all the decor and awards as we were a little early and the ladies were in the kitchen. Eventually one lady greeted us and showed us to a table on the back deck. It was a pleasantly cool Perth morning and there were a few photos taken of the beautiful surroundings. The lady doing the wine tasting was very knowledgeable about her wines. When the platter came out it was full of meats and cheeses. Two home made quiches which were absolutely amazing. My birthday is coming up soon and I’ve already advised the wife that if she’s looking for something for us to do, I’d definitely do this again!

A really well set up venue with pleasant staff and atmosphere. $10 per person tasting but this is not charged if you purchase. Our pick was the Verdelho in whites for value for money but the sparkling also rated. The Shiraz selections are wonderful. Black berries and oak and could easily drink one too many. Well worth visiting.

I've seen a number of reviews that have quite disparaging opinions of John, the owner. I crossed swords with him once several years ago. I gave as good as I got. It's bloody Australia people. But fact is he knows his onions, or grapes. He has an Australian/British sense of humour. we both joke about everything up to and including death. My American wife took a group on American students and teachers and they all had what they said was the highlight of their visit to OZ. My wife and I go there at least twice a year. The wine, the food, and John, are excellent. Give it a try, I bet you'll enjoy it.