Being awarded the 2021 People's Choice Tasmanian Wine List of the Year award is the icing on the cake for the Tasmanian Food and Wine Conservatory.
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Earlier this year, owners Vonda and Brielle Mason announced the eatery would close up its Sassafras shop front at the end of October.
This Saturday will be its final day.
Vonda Mason said winning the award was a fantastic way to go out.
"There's been a couple exciting things going on, including the Tasmanian Gin and Spirits Fair where we had close to 500 people," Ms Mason said.
"We had a fantastic day with distillers all over Tasmania coming to showcase their wares. Then to win the people's choice wine list, we were wrapped."
She said the wine list was front of house manager Mitchell Berwick's "baby".
"We always search for boutique wines.
"Because we showcase everything Tasmanian we like to introduce people to new wines and something different, out of their comfort zone."
The second annual Tassie Wine Stars event was held at Tamar Ridge Cellar Door in Rosevears on Monday night.
Hobart's The Glass House was crowned the 2021 Judges' Choice Tasmanian Wine List of the Year.
The Old Bank of Geeveston took out the 2021 Tasmanian Wine List of the Year - Regional Venue.
Wine Tasmania chief executive Sheralee Davies said the strong and diverse list of finalists demonstrated the support of Tasmanian wines was outstanding.
While the Conservatory will be closing a door on its current chapter, Ms Mason said a lot of people were pushing Tasmanian produce and wine to fill the gap.
We've had a lot of people saying we will be missed. But we have another surprise yet.
- Vonda Mason
She said it had been a huge few weeks.
"We're expecting a big final week. I don't think it's hit home yet. So much has been going on there has been no time for it to sink in."
Ms Mason said the decision felt right.
"There will probably be a few tears on Saturday. It's been an amazing journey. We knew it would be big but didn't think it would be quite as big as it's become.
"It's been an incredible journey and we're thankful for everyone who has been part of it.
"The skills we have learn has set us up for what's to come next."
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Molly Appleton
Molly Appleton is a senior journalist at The Examiner, having formerly worked at The Advocate as a news and sports reporter. She brings a passion for storytelling and knowledge of Tasmania across the three major regions. For any story ideas contact her on 0448 184 160.
Molly Appleton is a senior journalist at The Examiner, having formerly worked at The Advocate as a news and sports reporter. She brings a passion for storytelling and knowledge of Tasmania across the three major regions. For any story ideas contact her on 0448 184 160.
