West Australian Margaret River Wines
We all know that the Bordeaux region of France is famous for the world’s best Cabernet Sauvignon, but that might not be true much longer – wines from Australia’s Margaret River region are getting the attention of people who love their Cabernet. This are is just four hours south of Perth, along the Western Australian coast, and offers pristine beaches, beautiful scenery, and truly amazing vineyards, but visitors often over look it. Don’t make that mistake!
The region is a great choice for anyone coming to Western Australia, with lots of opportunities to explore the area, plenty of fun water activities, and some excellent wine tasting opportunities. After all twenty percent of Australia’s fine wine exports from from the Margaret River region.
A big part of the reason that this area offers such good conditions for producing wine is its unique climate. Warm and similar to the weather you’ll find throughout the Mediterranean, this region offers the perfect balance for producing excellent wine grapes. Warm waters, wide beaches, and fantastic surfing conditions add to the reasons to check out this area.
You’ll get the chance to see the annual concerts held on the Leeuwin estate, which range from the classical to the contemporary, and have been running since the mid 1980s. Stay in boutique lodges nestled in the forest, or enjoy mainstream lodging options instead – you’ll be sure to find whatever you’re looking for.
You’ll enjoy the ability to stay in a majestic lodge, a luxurious private cabin, a cozy bed and breakfast or a standard hotel or motel. It doesn’t matter whether you prefer a good hotel room that’s close to everything, or an excellent glass of local Chardonnay on your private balcony – there’s something for you. And once you know where you’re going to stay, it’s time to try the wines.
Once you know where you’ll be staying, you’ll want to investigate the wines, and there are many opportunities to do so. Local vineyards offer tours that show you how the wine is really produced, and give you the opportunity to try some great wines. You can also enjoy cellar door tastings that will offer some excellent variety.
Anyone who loves wine won’t be disappointed in the Margaret River’s offerings. Some people say that Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay can come out too tannic, and sometimes too dry, but that’s not the case with wines from the Margaret River. Most examples have a soft, deep taste that will leave you wanting more.
If you’ve never taken the time to visit the Margaret River wine region or try any of the great imported wines from this area, you’re missing out on something special. This area has lots to offer, including some of Australia’s best wines, plus lots of great activities. Don’t overlook the Margaret River for your next holiday.
Looking for a Margaret River Winery? The MadFish range of fine West Australian wines are produced from fruit grown in the cool South-West region.
