Vineyard

In 1862 the Vineyard was planted with Isabella Vines by George Francis and family. The Isabella Vine has a long history and questionable origin. There are various accounts of it having originated in the United States in the Nth and Sth Carolinas, New England, and the region around New York.

It was introduced into Europe before 1830, where it was extensively cultivated for the production of wine. Today in Australia the Isabella vine is rare. Douglas Vale is one of only a handful of vineyards producing port from this grape.

The Vineyard Today  

Douglas Vale contains remnants of the original Isabella vines planted in the 1860's. Cuttings from these vines have been used in the re-establishment of today's vineyard. These vines have recently been augmented with Chambourcin (Red) Vines, originally introduced into Australia in 1973.

The Port Macquarie Region is the largest cultivator of Chambourcin in Australia. For white wine lovers, the Vineyard has introduced the Villard Blanc grape variety.

The Wine flows-again!