Bordeaux-style reds and world-class Chardonnay on the Indian Ocean.
Three hours south of Perth, Margaret River's ocean-cooled climate is often compared to Bordeaux. Only founded in the late 1960s, it quickly became famous for elegant Cabernet blends, rich Chardonnay and zesty Semillon–Sauvignon Blanc blends.
Country
Australia
Climate
Maritime
Key grapes
Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay
Areas to know
3
Sub-regions and appellations you'll see on the label.
Wilyabrup
Cabernet heartland
Wallcliffe
Top Chardonnay
Yallingup
Cooler northern coast
What goes into the bottle — tap for tasting notes.
Local classics and safe bets.
Say it at the table
“Margaret River is Australia's Bordeaux — elegant Cabernet blends and some of the country's best Chardonnay.”
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