Margaret river
western australia
Margaret River is situated in the far south-west region of Western Australia and is one of the most isolated wine regions in the world. The local area is home to ancient forests, immaculate beaches and flora and fauna that is endemic to this region.
Margaret River was originally a regional town occupied by farmers and surfers, but today has grown into one of Australia's most distinguished wine regions due to its ideal conditions for growing premium quality grapes. There are now more than 150 wineries established in the region, the producers of exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon and other white wine varieties.
facts about the region
Area
Western Australia
Total vineyard area 5,725 ha
Altitude 0-234 m
Latitude -34.377
Growing season rainfall 202 mm
Mean temperature (Jan) 20.9C
Top Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon
Chardonnay
Semillon
Savignon Blanc
Climate
Margaret River has a Mediterranean climate that is similar to Bordeaux in a dry year. It is kept cool by the Indian Ocean which surrounds the area to the north, south and west making ideal conditions for premium grapes.
Soil
The region is characterised by gravelly loam on granite and gneiss soils, that are low in nutrients. The soils are well drained which are ideal conditions for grape vines.
Hero Grape Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon is the hero variety for many in Margaret River. Often blended with Merlot, the wines are medium to full-bodied aromatic wines with rich flavours of blackberry, cherry and mint. The flavours of this rich wine can also be enhanced by ageing.
