The Somm Series Edition 7: Georgie Davidson-Brown

We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect morning. The sun was shining, the kitchen garden just beyond the French windows was bursting with vibrant greens, edible flowers, and fragrant herbs, and the talented Chiswick team were already in quiet motion, preparing for another bustling mid-week lunch service. And Georgie was there to greet us […]

Idée Fixe Features in Matthew Jukes’ Top 100 Best Australian Wines Report 2025

Idée Fixe is thrilled to feature in Matthew Juke’s Top 100 Australian Wines Report for the third consecutive year alongside an impressive line up of Australian wines. Read the full review below. 2021 Idée Fixe, Premier Brut, Blanc de Blancs – Margaret River I am on the Idée Fixe bus, starting this journey with the […]

Scenes from Vintage 2025 in Karridale

The first hand-harvested Chardonnay of Vintage 2025 arrived safely at the Idée Fixe winery on Tuesday, 11 February, marking the beginning of what promises to be an exceptional season in Karridale. At first light, the vineyard comes alive with the quiet rhythm of harvest. Led by Vineyard Manager Tristan Moore, over 40 hand-harvesters move through […]

Brendan Carr Shares His Thoughts Ahead of the 2025 Vintage

The 2025 Idée Fixe Vintage team pictured above Now in his third vintage with Idée Fixe and marking his 23rd vintage overall, Brendan shares his thoughts on the growing season, expectations for this year’s fruit, and the excitement surrounding new vineyard developments. How was the growing season in Karridale? “The 2024 winter was wetter than […]

James Suckling Reviews Idée Fixe

We are thrilled to announce that James Suckling has recently published his reviews of the Idée Fixe Premier Brut and Brut Rosé. Suckling’s tasting notes and insights can be explored below or online via jamessuckling.com. “The nose is discreet and inviting, showing aromas of lemon curd, oyster shells, cookies, sea salt and grapefruit rind. The […]

Candlelight Club at Santini Returns This New Years Eve in Perth

Following the success of the first edition in September of this year, Candlelight Club returns to Santini Bar & Grill at the QT Perth for a luxurious New Years Eve celebration! Step into a New Year’s Eve like no other at Santini Bar & Grill, where the Candlelight Club returns for one unforgettable night. In collaboration with Hall […]

Idée Fixe Features in The Weekend Australian Magazine’s Best Wines of 2024

We are excited to share that Idée Fixe Premier Brut was featured in The Weekend Australian Magazine’s Top 100 Reds, Whites, Sparkling, Fortified and Spirits of 2024 as selected by Senior Wine Writer for The Australian, Nick Ryan. “An exciting project from the ownership of Vasse Felix, a stand alone sparkling house exploring with serious […]

The Somm Series Edition 6: Emma Ferguson

If you haven’t experienced all that Vin Populi has to offer, think ‘La Dolce Vita’. Located in the iconic Owston Buildings on High Street, this Italian-inspired haven offers a selection of irresistible antipasti, handmade pastas, and a wine list that spans Italy from north to south, complemented by local Western Australian favourites. “It was so […]

The Somm Series Edition 5: Henry Holland

Welcome back to The Somm Series, a celebration of food pairings with Idée Fixe from iconic restaurants, as selected by leading sommeliers around Australia. In this edition, Henry Holland, a friendly face from the Adelaide hospitality scene and one of the team behind Long Play Bistro in Adelaide shares a pairing from one of South Australia’s latest […]

The Somm Series Edition 4: Clint Fox

Smith Street Bistrot is Scott Pickett’s take on a French bistrot, with influence from Melbourne’s eclectic inner-north. It is a lunch and dinner institution, with all the classic dishes, many which pair beautifully with Idée Fixe Blanc de Blancs and Brut Rosé, which feature at the restaurant. Read on below for our full interview with […]

Scenes from Vintage 2024

Vintage 2024 officially begun in Karridale with the first rows harvested by hand early in the morning of the 22nd January, an exceptionally early beginning to the season. After a concerted nutrition effort throughout the Winter and Spring months by the vineyard team, led by Vineyard Manager, Tristan Moore, the canopies were in excellent health, […]

Where to Spend Your Summer with Idée Fixe

Summer days and nights are here to be enjoyed, revel in long lunches or enjoy a refreshing reprieve from the warmth of the afternoon over a glass of Idée Fixe. Discover some of the many exceptional venues around Australia where you can experience Idée Fixe this summer in our shortlist below! Sydney Shell House Margaret […]

Growing Season in Karridale

The growing season is one of the busiest and most technical times of the year. Since the onset of Spring, the pace of activities in the vineyard has steadily intensified. This season brought slightly warmer weather with minimal rainfall, contributing to favourable conditions that have graced our Karridale vineyard. The moderating south-east trade winds from […]

Idée Fixe Premier Brut Features in Decanter Magazine

We are pleased to share that Idée Fixe Premier Brut featured in the January issue of Decanter Magazine, where it was highlighted among 20 Australian wines handpicked by Matthew Jukes for the special article titled ‘Around Australia in 20 Wines.’ Idée Fixe Premier Brut Blanc de Blancs, Margaret River 2020 – 95 pts Although Vasse […]