The best of the Great Southern wine region: Denmark edition

In a land where luxurious green forest meets the deep blue sea, billion-year-old granite rock formations adorn the coastline, and stretches of dazzling white sand splices through the shocking colour contrast. Dotted throughout this vibrant landscape are dozens of world-class wineries that perfectly complement their idyllic South West surroundings.

With five distinct sub-regions – Albany, Denmark, Frankland River, Mount Barker, and Porongurup – a wine escape to the Great Southern Wine Region is well worth the road trip. Ready to embrace Australia’s quiet viticulture achiever? Base yourself in the leafy green town of Denmark for the most effective reach, and get ready to discover some of the world’s best cool climate grapes.

The best wineries near Denmark, in WA’s Great Southern wine region

Singlefile Wines

A big name in the wine world, Singlefile Wines is backed up by wine review god Ray Jordan, who named the winery “Produce of the Year” in his 2024 WA Wine Review. Just 7km from Denmark’s town centre, Singlefile’s stunning property offers views of a forest-lined lake, a cute family of geese, and a cosy cottage-y outdoor area in which to enjoy cheese, chocolate and wine. Sink into red leather chesterfields while you swirl a drop of Shiraz around in your glass, or sprawl out on the lawn in summer and enjoy a DIY picnic while you sip on “The Great Southern” NV Sparkling. Bliss!

Singlefile Wines, Denmark

Forest Hill Wines

A pioneering vineyard in the region, Forest Hill Wines is steeped in history and beauty. Home of the highly rated Pepper & Salt restaurant, the cellar door is beneath the eatery, and presents visitors with a great visual and atmospheric experience. Love red? Forest Hill won the Trophy for Best Cabernet Sauvignon at the James Halliday Cabernet Challenge for the second year in a row.

Rockcliffe

Wine and … gelato? Yes friends, it’s true. Rockcliffe Winery and Gelateria is a standout boutique winery; James Halliday awarded them 5 red stars and Ray Jordan labelled them the ‘rock stars’ of the Western Australian wine industry. With a social and casual atmosphere, Rockcliffe is a laidback locale perfect for the whole family. Love a good yarn? Rockcliffe owner Dr Steve Hall is renowned for telling a tale or two.

Rockcliffe Wines, Denmark

Castelli Estate

While Castelli Estate sits on the slope of pristine Mount Shadforth, with vistas of rows of grapevines stretching out below, this beautiful, Tudor-style winery exudes English countryside manor. Do yourself a favour and drop by the cellar door (Wednesdays to Sundays) to sample their highly regarded Chardonnays and Cabernet Sauvignons.

Moombaki Wines

Nestled in the Denmark hinterland amongst rolling hills and tall trees, the storybook-like Moombaki Wines is a family-run small vineyard that produces outstanding, award-winning reds. For a taste of the winery’s Shiraz and Cab Sauv, and to browse unique artworks and woodwork, head to Moombaki’s cellar door, which is open five days a week (except school holidays when it’s seven).

Oranje Tractor Wines

Oranje Tractor Wines is organic, regenerative and carbon negative winery that focuses on down-to-earth experiences. A cosy tasting room, hundreds of fruit trees, fabulous farm tours and mouth-watering food and wine flights – this winery is really so much more, and plenty of fun! If you’re heading towards Albany for a day visit, make sure you drop in here first.

Oranje Tractor Wines, Marbelup

West Cape Howe Wines

Head towards Mount Barker and you won’t be able to miss the large, scenic winery that is West Cape Howe Wines. Awarded Best Value Winery a few years back by Halliday’s Wine Companion, this popular and sustainability-focused business is a regional treasure. Due to the estate’s position, they produce a wide range of top-quality varieties.

We think these wineries are enough to fuel your wine-infused road trip, but if you’re looking to add more to your list, then Harewood Estate, Willoughby Park, Freehand Natural Wines and The Lake House Denmark will do the trick.

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