In the pristine region of Manjimup, giant trees and lush pastures set the scene for an exciting up-and-coming wine region.
Manjimup wine region deserves a place on your culinary bucket list. Its rolling farmlands and fertile soils provide an abundance of fresh produce, from apples to chestnuts and truffles. In the heart of Western Australia’s south-west, the town of Manjimup is known as the gateway to the Southern Forests region.
Manjimup is a young wine region focused on quality over quantity, and it’s quickly built a reputation for its elegant wines.
Climate and Altitude
The continental climate is influenced by the ocean and provides even temperatures during the grape-ripening period, resulting in ripe grapes and full-flavoured wines.
The Environment
Manjimup wine region is part of the Southern Forests area on Australia’s south-west coast. It’s about three-and-a-half hours from Perth.
Climate
Manjimup enjoys mild weather, with cool, wet winters and warm, dry summers.
Soil
The region’s soils include vivid red loams and gravelly soils.
Top Varieties Grown
CABERNET SAUVIGNON AND MERLOT
The climate is ideal for growing these varieties and they dominate plantings, producing elegant single-varietal and blended wines.
CHARDONNAY
These are elegant cool-climate Chardonnay wines with melon and citrus flavours.
VERDELHO
Manjimup wine region produces excellent Verdelho, zingy and fresh with tropical fruit flavours.
