Collection: Great Southern Wines - Western Australia

Great Southern Wines - Premium Western Australian Region

Discover the exceptional wines from Great Southern, Western Australia's largest and most diverse wine region. Known for producing outstanding cool-climate wines including Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Shiraz, Great Southern offers great value on premium Western Australian wines from renowned producers including Plantagenet, Robert Oatley, and Larry Cherubino.

Great Southern Wine Region

Great Southern is Western Australia's largest wine region, spanning over 100 kilometres from Albany to Mount Barker. The region's cool maritime climate, diverse soils, and varied topography create ideal conditions for producing elegant, refined wines with exceptional character. Great Southern encompasses five sub-regions, each offering distinctive terroir and wine styles.

Great Southern Wine Range

Plantagenet Wines - One of Great Southern's pioneering wineries, established in 1968. The range includes Aquitaine Cabernet Sauvignon, Lancaster Shiraz, Three Lions Pinot Noir, Three Lions Riesling, and York Chardonnay, showcasing the diversity and quality of Great Southern terroir.

Robert Oatley Signature Series Riesling - A premium Riesling from Great Southern showcasing the region's ability to produce world-class expressions of this varietal.

Cherubino Ad Hoc Wallflower Riesling - From renowned winemaker Larry Cherubino, offering exceptional quality and distinctive Great Southern character.

Great Southern Sub-Regions

Great Southern encompasses five distinctive sub-regions:

• Mount Barker - The region's largest sub-region, renowned for Riesling
• Frankland River - Known for exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz
• Porongurup - Produces elegant Riesling and Pinot Noir
• Albany - Coastal sub-region with maritime influence
• Denmark - Cool-climate area producing refined wines

Cool-Climate Excellence

Great Southern's cool maritime climate creates ideal conditions for producing elegant wines:

• Maritime Influence - Southern Ocean moderating temperatures
• Long Growing Season - Slow ripening developing complex flavours
• Natural Acidity - Crisp acidity providing structure and longevity
• Elegant Style - Refined, sophisticated wine character
• Diverse Terroir - Varied soils and microclimates

Great Southern Riesling Excellence

Great Southern is internationally renowned for exceptional Riesling:

• Citrus & Lime - Classic Riesling fruit character
• Mineral Notes - Distinctive minerality from diverse soils
• Crisp Acidity - Natural acidity providing balance
• Ageing Potential - Develops beautifully over 10-20 years
• World-Class Quality - Competes with finest German and Alsace Rieslings

Red Wine Quality

Great Southern produces exceptional cool-climate red wines:

• Cabernet Sauvignon - Elegant structure with blackcurrant fruit
• Shiraz - Refined pepper and spice with cool-climate elegance
• Pinot Noir - Silky tannins and cherry fruit character

Food Pairing Excellence

Great Southern wines offer excellent food pairing options:

• Riesling - Seafood, Asian cuisine, light salads
• Chardonnay - Roast chicken, seafood, creamy pasta
• Pinot Noir - Duck, salmon, mushroom dishes
• Cabernet Sauvignon - Lamb, beef, aged cheeses
• Shiraz - Game, barbecued meats, hearty dishes

Quality & Value

Great Southern represents excellent value in Western Australian wine, offering quality cool-climate expressions from one of Australia's most diverse wine regions. These wines are perfect for discovering Western Australian wines, enjoying elegant cool-climate styles, or building a collection of age-worthy Australian wines.

Serving Suggestions

Great Southern wines offer versatile serving options:

• White Wines - Serve chilled at 10-12°C
• Red Wines - Serve at 14-16°C for Pinot Noir, 16-18°C for Cabernet and Shiraz
• With Food - Best enjoyed alongside quality cuisine
• Cellaring - Many wines benefit from 5-15 years ageing

Western Australian Wine Excellence

Great Southern showcases the finest of Western Australian winemaking, demonstrating the region's ability to produce world-class cool-climate wines. From exceptional Riesling to elegant reds and refined Chardonnay, these wines represent the diversity and quality of Western Australia's largest wine region.

Whether you're discovering Great Southern's distinctive character, enjoying world-class Riesling, exploring cool-climate reds, seeking elegant Chardonnay, or building a collection from Western Australia's most diverse wine region, Great Southern delivers exceptional quality and authentic regional character. These wines represent outstanding value from one of Australia's premier cool-climate wine regions.