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South by South West Wines

Updated 2026-10-06 · 1,106 reviewed · 64 listed · Scored from 35 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(35) 77 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Cellar Door TastingsBoutique & Family-Owned WineriesDog & Family-Friendly WineriesWineries with Brewery or Distillery
South by South West Wines
Location
Witchcliffe
Services
Cellar Door Tastings, Boutique & Family-Owned Wineries, Dog & Family-Friendly Wineries
Reviews
35
Ranking
#37 in Cellar Door Tastings
Best for
Wine lovers seeking Italian varietals and an authentic, low-key tasting experience.

Business data from Google Business Profile, checked 2026-10-06. Facts from the business's own website were fetched 2026-10-06.

What recent reviews say

Staff like Mij, Liv, and Dani bring genuine passion and expertise to tastings, making newcomers and experienced drinkers alike feel welcome. Italian varietals, especially Vermentino and Montepulciano, stand out; the cellar door experience is homey and well-designed, though the distant unsealed road and non-refundable tasting fee are worth knowing about.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable, passionate staff
  • Italian and boutique wines
  • down-to-earth, relaxed atmosphere
  • high-quality tasting experience
Watch-outs
  • remote location with unsealed road access
  • tasting fee not waived on purchase
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Best for: Wine lovers seeking Italian varietals and an authentic, low-key tasting experience.
Think twice if: Plan for a remote unsealed road; confirm opening hours before the drive.

Where this business shines

  • Italian wines with Sicilian heritage
  • winemakers present and hands-on
  • intimate, unhurried tastings
  • genuine expertise without pretence

Worth knowing

  • Winemaker Liv works on-site in farming gear
  • Staff Mij and Dani noted for expertise and warmth
  • Italian focus: Vermentino, Montepulciano, Fiano, Nebbiolo, and Rainbow Juice Vermouth are mentioned
  • Shift away from French varietals to Italian-only production

What reviews say by service

Cellar Door Tastings
Welcoming staff, knowledgeable explanations, unhurried pace; tasting fee ($15) is not waived when wine is purchased.
Wineries with Brewery or Distillery
Rainbow Juice Vermouth mentioned positively alongside Italian wines; production focus is Italian varietals.
Boutique & Family-Owned Wineries
Winemaker Liv present, hands-on approach; small-scale, authentic feel valued by reviewers.
Dog & Family-Friendly Wineries
Described as cosy, down-to-earth, and homey; families welcomed without friction noted in reviews.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.75 average across the 53 cellar door tastings businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 48% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Score
Star rating 81
Review volume 68
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 68
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Is the tasting fee waived if I buy a bottle?
No. At least as of 2 years ago, the $15 tasting fee is not waived with purchase, unlike many other Margaret River wineries.
How do I find the cellar door?
It is located 4 kilometres off the Bussel Highway, north of Witchcliffe village, on an unsealed road. Check opening hours before you travel.
Are dogs and families welcome?
Reviewers describe the atmosphere as cosy, down-to-earth, and homey; no complaints about families or dogs are mentioned in reviews.

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Staff members like Julie are consistently praised for warmth and genuine passion, making visits feel personal rather than rushed. Wines are regarded as high-quality and fairly priced, the cellar door cosy and unhurried, and small touches like fresh water for dogs and Italian smallgoods to browse set it apart as a place worth the stop in Witchcliffe. Recent visitors highlight the family-run character and sense of place that defines the experience. The venue hosts events like Pork and Pinot, and joining the wine club is common. Staff memory is strong: one reviewer's forgotten camera was posted back without fuss, another received consistent, fresh service across multiple visits.

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Staff like Caroline, Clarice, and Robin guide tastings with genuine warmth and wine knowledge, turning a glass into conversation. The room glows by fireplace; lamb ragu and crème brûlée sing as much as the Chardonnay. One visitor brought dogs to the old site and found them unwelcome at the new restaurant cellar door, though others never mention the issue. Recent lunches and tastings have been seamless. Visitors return the next day. The wine list pairs McHenry Hohnen's own bottles with Italian selections, and pricing feels fair for what lands on the plate and in your glass.

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Last updated 2026-10-06