Dalkeith

Margaret River Elegance

Dalkeith Estate is located in the MargaretRiver region of Western Australia, one of the world’s most respected regionsfor Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. The area benefits from a unique maritimeclimate, strongly influenced by the Indian Ocean, which moderates temperaturesand allows grapes to ripen slowly while retaining freshness.

The vineyards are planted on well-drainedgravelly loam soils that provide excellent conditions for vine balance andconcentration. Warm days encourage full ripening, while cool ocean breezes and significantdiurnal shifts preserve acidity and aromatic clarity. These conditions allowMargaret River to produce wines that combine New World ripeness with remarkablestructure and elegance

Classical Varieties, Coastal Precision

Dalkeith Estate focuses on the varietiesthat have made Margaret River internationally renowned. Cabernet Sauvignonforms the backbone of the red wines, often complemented by varieties such asMerlot or Cabernet Franc. Chardonnay plays an equally important role andexpresses the region’s balance of richness and freshness.

Fermentation takes place intemperature-controlled tanks to ensure careful extraction and preservation offruit purity. The wines are then aged in French oak barrels, where they developtexture, structure and complexity while maintaining balance.

The resulting wines show ripeblackcurrant, plum and subtle herbal notes in the Cabernet-based blends,supported by refined tannins and a long finish. The Chardonnay expressescitrus, stone fruit and delicate oak integration. Dalkeith Estate produces winesthat capture the elegance and coastal freshness that define Margaret River.

The Selection

  • Dalkeith Kalmoesfontein Chenin Blanc
  • Dalkeith Jakkalsfontein Syrah