Western Australia
Australia's
largest State spans the western third of the continent, although the
winemaking regions are almost entirely concentrated in the
south-western portion of the State. These regions include the Swan
District near the state capital Perth and, further south, the regions
of Peel, Geographe, Blackwood Valley, Pemberton, Manjimup, Great
Southern and Margaret River.Two
decades ago, Margaret River was better nown for the classic surf break
lying not far from the junction of river and sea but entrepreneurs have
driven the development of vineyards and wineries that have overcome the
State's geographic isolation and carved their mark not just within
Australia but around the world. This region becom known for zesty
Sauvignon Blanc, superlative Cabernet Sauvignon and bold Zinfandel.
