Margaret River

Margaret River australia wine is built on two grapes — Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay — grown in a markedly maritime climate that sets this Western Australian region apart from every inland rival. Sauvignon Blanc blended with Semillon in a Bordeaux-style white rounds out the range, while Cabernet Sauvignon is frequently blended with Merlot for added texture. The modern era dates to 1967, when leading producers began establishing quality vineyards in the region — and it has been building a serious case ever since.

Why choose Margaret River wine?

Margaret River is Western Australia's most premium GI, and its Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay earn that status honestly — not through marketing but through a style distinction that neighbours cannot replicate. Compared to Coonawarra Cabernet, Margaret River's ocean-influenced version tends toward a riper profile in which herbal character is gentler and less pronounced, shaped by the maritime climate rather than terra rossa. Small production volumes drive relatively high prices, so this is the region for buyers who want genuine prestige rather than a bargain — a serious Cabernet Sauvignon with a Sunday roast lamb, or a structured Chardonnay with grilled lobster, is the occasion this wine is made for. The export impact Margaret River and Great Southern have made confirms international buyers already know the value here. If you want maritime-driven Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay from WA's top-tier GI, our Margaret River selection starts here →

What do Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon reds taste like?

Expect red-berry fruit, liquorice, and iodine complexity backed by a ferrous, mineral edge — a signature the maritime climate delivers that warmer Australian regions do not.

What style is Margaret River Chardonnay?

Medium to full-bodied with naturally high acidity and concentrated stone fruit aromas — structured enough to age but approachable young.

Are Margaret River reds deeply coloured?

Yes. Margaret River produces intensely coloured red wines with strong flavour concentration — expect a serious pour, not a light-styled red.