Woodlands Wines

Woodlands Wines is one of Margaret River’s most respected family-owned wineries, based in the heart of Wilyabrup and known for elegant, age-worthy wines with a strong connection to Bordeaux tradition. Since being established in 1973, the Watson family has built a reputation for producing some of the region’s most admired Cabernet-based wines, guided by a philosophy of minimal intervention, thoughtful vineyard care and deep respect for the land.

Why Buy Woodlands Wines from Partners in Wine WA?

If you are in Perth and looking for Woodlands wines, Partners in Wine WA offers a convenient and trusted way to shop this highly regarded Margaret River winery online.

Perth-based specialist in Western Australian wine
Broad local Woodlands range available online
Free Perth delivery over $75
Australia-wide shipping available
Ability to enquire about wines not currently listed
Ideal for personal drinking, gifting and corporate orders 🎁

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Buy Woodlands Wines in Perth 🍷

If there is a Woodlands wine you are looking for that is not currently listed, we may be able to order it in for you. Woodlands is one of Margaret River’s true benchmark producers, especially admired for its Cabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux-inspired blends and elegant Chardonnay. Whether you are buying for your own cellar, choosing a gift, or looking for a premium Margaret River wine to enjoy at home, explore our Woodlands range below or read more about the winery further down the page.

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About Woodlands Wines

Woodlands Wines is one of the true pioneers of the Margaret River wine scene. Founded in 1973 by David and Heather Watson, it was among the first vineyards planted in the region, long before Margaret River became recognised as one of the world’s great wine-producing areas. With a passion for Bordeaux-style reds and a strong belief in the potential of the local terroir, the Watson family set out to produce wines with structure, finesse and longevity.

That vision has stood the test of time. Today, Woodlands remains family-owned and operated, with sons Stuart and Andrew Watson continuing the family legacy. Stuart leads the winemaking, combining traditional techniques with precision and restraint, while Andrew oversees the business side of the winery. Together, they have helped Woodlands remain one of Margaret River’s most respected names, known for wines that are polished, expressive and built to age.

A Pioneer of Wilyabrup

Woodlands is based in Wilyabrup, one of Margaret River’s most prized subregions and an area especially renowned for world-class Cabernet Sauvignon. This part of the region is celebrated for its gravelly loam soils, maritime influence and long, even growing season, all of which help produce fruit with depth, balance and elegance.

The cooling effect of the nearby ocean allows grapes to ripen gradually, preserving natural acidity while building flavour and tannin maturity. This combination of ripeness and restraint is a big part of what makes Wilyabrup such a special place for Cabernet-based wines, and why Woodlands has earned such a strong reputation for them over the years.

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Thoughtful Vineyard Practices

One of the defining features of Woodlands is its long-standing commitment to dry farming and low-intervention vineyard practices. The estate has never used irrigation, encouraging the vines to push their roots deeper into the soil in search of water and nutrients. This can lead to lower yields, but it also helps produce fruit with concentration, character and a strong sense of place.

The vineyard is managed with a strong focus on soil health and sustainability, avoiding synthetic inputs where possible and working with the natural environment rather than against it. This careful, hands-on approach reflects the family’s respect for the land and their belief that great wines begin in the vineyard.

Traditional Winemaking with Precision

In the winery, Woodlands follows the same philosophy of care and restraint. Fruit is hand-picked, sorted and fermented in small open-top tanks, with regular hand-plunging used to gently extract colour, flavour and tannin. The wines are then matured in carefully selected French oak, chosen to support complexity and structure without overshadowing the fruit.

This measured approach allows Woodlands wines to show purity, elegance and refinement, rather than excessive weight or oak influence. It is one of the reasons the wines are so admired by those who appreciate classic Margaret River reds with balance and longevity.

Flagship Woodlands Wines

Woodlands is especially well known for a small group of highly regarded wines that have helped define the winery’s reputation.

Margaret – a Cabernet Merlot blend named after the region, known for grace, structure and cellar-worthiness
Matthew – a single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon that regularly ranks among Australia’s leading reds
Chloe – an elegant, textural Chardonnay named after Stuart’s daughter, showing the finesse of Margaret River Chardonnay

These flagship wines are produced in limited quantities and are often eagerly anticipated on release. They sit alongside a broader collection of Estate and Reserve wines that continue the same focus on quality, site expression and careful craftsmanship.

What Style of Wine Does Woodlands Make?

Woodlands is best known for wines that combine classic structure with regional elegance. Across the range, the wines typically show:

refined fruit expression
polished tannins
thoughtful oak integration
freshness and balance
strong ageing potential

This makes Woodlands especially appealing to wine lovers who enjoy more classical Margaret River styles, particularly Cabernet-led reds with poise, depth and longevity.

Why Margaret River Suits Woodlands So Well

Margaret River remains one of Australia’s most respected wine regions because of its combination of Mediterranean climate, reliable growing conditions and maritime influence. Warm, dry summers and mild winters create ideal ripening conditions, while ocean breezes help moderate extremes and support freshness in the fruit.

These regional conditions are particularly well suited to Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Chardonnay, all of which are central to the Woodlands range. The consistency of the climate also helps the winery maintain a high standard from vintage to vintage, which is one reason Margaret River wines continue to be so highly regarded both in Australia and internationally.

Shop Woodlands Wines Online in Perth

If you are searching for where to buy Woodlands wines in Perth, Partners in Wine WA makes it easy to shop online from a Perth-based specialist focused on Western Australian wine. We stock a local range of Woodlands wines and may also be able to help source additional wines from the winery where available.