Situated in the stunning Margaret River region of Western Australia, Clairault Streicker defines its ethos with three simple words: authentic, family, and growers. As the proud owners and caretakers of three distinct vineyards, this family-led business is deeply committed to preserving their environment. Their approach to viticulture is championed by Company Viticulturist Chris Gillmore, who grew up on a banana plantation in Carnavon. Surrounded by farming his entire life, Chris has always been guided by biological and sustainable principles, working with the clear intention to protect natural resources for generations to come.
It is no surprise that Clairault Streicker’s true sustainability superpower lies in Biodiversity and The Land. Across their three properties, the vineyards benefit from an unusually high proportion of natural bushland compared to the area planted with vines. On average, a remarkable 25% of their land is entirely dedicated to natural ecosystems, which actively contributes to local biodiversity and protects native flora and fauna. Beneath the surface, soil health is approached with a closely monitored nutrient and supplement regime that includes specific bacterial and fungal amendments. By applying compost where appropriate and encouraging native cover crops at each site, the team is successfully increasing soil carbon and improving the overall health of the land.
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Much of their environmental stewardship happens through dedicated, hands-on labour. A major ongoing focus for the team is tackling environmental weeds like arum lilies to prevent further ecological impact, with Chris even serving on the Arum Lily Blitz committee. They have also strategically fenced their dams to prevent grazing sheep from eroding the banks, a move that simultaneously encourages the growth of native bush corridors. This dedication to habitat preservation makes the Clairault Vineyard—home to their physical Cellar Door and Vineyard Kitchen—a haven for local wildlife. Red-tailed black cockatoos are a regular sight, alongside wedge-tail eagles and phascogales, while rare native orchids beautifully emerge in the bushland every spring.
The winery’s commitment to the future also extends to rigorous water and energy conservation. Recent environmental wins include installing solar-powered water pumps for vineyard irrigation and maintaining incredibly tight management of water use and leak prevention over the past few years. Beyond their own property lines, the team works closely with Nature Conservation Margaret River, a local not-for-profit organisation. Every year, the Clairault Streicker team heads out to join the organisation’s community revegetation day along the beautiful Margaret River coastline.
For wine lovers exploring the Regional Tasting Trail, the Clairault Streicker estate offers a highly engaging visit. Visitors can book a daily Wine Blending Experience to try their hand at crafting their own unique blend, or select from a range of picnic packages to relax on the lawn overlooking the vines.
Before you leave the region, the team insists you visit their favourite local gem: Injidup Beach. Overlooking Cape Clairault in the distance—the very landmark the winery is named after—it is a spectacular spot to watch the sunset, check out the local surfers, and spot pods of dolphins cruising through the bay
