According to Greek mythology, Elysium is a state or place of perfect happiness, a paradise where heroes could live out their immortal days. It’s no surprise then, that this is the name that Betty Harris, now 94, chose for the Blewitt Springs winery she owned and operated with her husband, Frank from 1970 to 1985.
As an accountant-turned-winemaker who, quite frankly, prefers a drop of brandy, Betty’s zest for perfection led her to become not only a celebrated winemaker, but also the first woman chairperson of the McLaren Vale Bushing Festival.
Betty started her career as an accountant in public firms and her family’s two menswear businesses. Then in 1969, as Frank took on more senior roles in the State Transport Authority, eventually becoming general manager, Betty began considering new…
