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Western Australia

Western Australia's wine regions lie mainly in the south-west and Great Southern land divisions. Margaret River is known for maritime conditions, Cabernet, Chardonnay and fresh Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc. Great Southern is broader and cooler, with five subregions, varied climates, and an important place for Riesling and Shiraz.

Place
Western Australia, Australia
Wine context
Cabernet Franc · Cabernet Sauvignon · Malbec · Merlot
Producers
4
Editorial basis
World of Wine regional guide
Atlas locationWestern Australia · Australia32.76° S · 116.26° E

Western Australia's wine regions lie mainly in the state's south-west and Great Southern land divisions. Margaret River and Great Southern are the two names most useful for getting started, though they offer very different conditions and wines.

Margaret River has wet winters, long dry summers and strong maritime influence. Its Cabernet Sauvignon is medium-bodied, perfumed and elegant, with fine tannins and balanced acidity. Chardonnay is concentrated yet refined, while the traditional Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc blend is crisp, fruit-driven and made for fresh drinking.

Great Southern is Western Australia's coolest wine region. Its five subregions span Mediterranean, maritime and continental conditions, with Riesling, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay among the principal varieties. Albany and Denmark are more maritime; Mount Barker, Porongurup and Frankland River are more continental. Great Southern Shiraz can show liquorice, pepper, black cherry and plum, often with balanced oak.

Inside the region

2 named areas

Each guide keeps its place within Western Australia clear, with a direct route back to the map.

  1. 01Great Southern1 producerGreat Southern is cooler and spread out, giving Riesling, Pinot Noir and Shiraz a leaner, more aromatic Western Australian frame.
  2. 02Margaret River3 producersMargaret River uses Indian Ocean moderation to make Cabernet and Chardonnay with ripe fruit but coastal freshness.

Producer profiles

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mapSee Western Australia in the AtlasKeep the surrounding places in view as you move closer.placeContinue to Great SouthernGreat Southern is one of the named areas within Western Australia.learningUnderstand Cabernet SauvignonCabernet Sauvignon is one of the wine names associated with Western Australia.