Hero Wines: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sparkling. The Southern Forests Wine Region encompasses some of the most beautiful natural landscapes and charming small towns in the entire South West region. Skyscraping karri, jarrah, marri and tingle trees tower over the many towns that make up the Southern Forests and Valleys. The attributes of the Southern Forests are the wines grown in Pemberton and Manjimup that combine southern latitude with high altitude and a relatively cool climate, ideal for growing pinot noir and chardonnay grapes. The Southern Forests Wine Region is often regarded as the food bowl of Western Australia. A wide variety niche epicurean produce including chestnuts, cherries, finger limes, ginseng, green tea, dairy products, beef, lamb, and the rare black Perigord truffle are grown here. To Indulge in the famous Manjimup truffles, book a meal at the Truffle and Wine Co. On the picturesque Channybearup road between Pemberton and Manjimup you will find Mountford Wines. It was one of the first wineries in the region and its the cellar door was handcrafted by the owners and has become an icon of the region. They also have an art gallery with local artist exhibitions. Accommodation: RAC Karri Valley Resort - Pemberton.