Credaro Estate is proud to welcome Cliff Royle as Chief Winemaker, marking an exciting and important next step in the evolution of our family winery.
Cliff is one of Australia’s most respected winemakers, with decades of experience shaping some of Margaret River’s most recognised wines. His thoughtful approach in the vineyard and the winery, and his genuine respect for the region, closely mirror the values that have guided our family for generations.
“We’re thrilled to have Cliff join our team,” said Winery Director Matt Credaro.
“His deep knowledge of Margaret River, and his ability to craft Chardonnay and Cabernet of real purity and character, make him the ideal custodian of our wines as we look ahead. Cliff understands what makes this region special and that’s important to us.”
Echoing Matt’s sentiments, Cliff says he’s excited to join Credaro and continue to grow our brand and family legacy.
“It is a privilege to join the Credaro family and become part of this trusted Margaret River brand, and I look forward to contributing to that legacy,” Cliff says.
“The next chapter in my winemaker journey is exciting and a wonderful opportunity. I’m really looking forward to working alongside the entire Credaro team, as we strive to continue to produce wines that reflect the strength and character of this great wine region.”
Credaro has grown from humble beginnings, when pioneer Cesare Credaro planted Fragola vines and began farming in the 1920s, and remains proudly family‑owned. With vineyards across some of Margaret River’s most distinguished sub‑regions, our winemaking has always been shaped by our connection to this place.
Cliff’s appointment signals a new and energising chapter for Credaro as we continue to build our presence in Australia and abroad, all while staying true to our roots while striving for even greater quality in the wines we share.
“Winemaker Cliff Royle is regarded by critics as one of the most gifted winemakers of his generation.”
- Andrew Caillard MW - renowned Master of Wine and respected Australian wine commentator
Cliff Royle is one of Australia’s most acclaimed winemakers with nearly three decades of experience. Renowned for his intuitive approach and passion for Chardonnay, he has helped shape Margaret River’s modern style — defined by purity, elegance, and power.
A highly respected industry leader, a former Winestate Winemaker of the Year and Gourmet Traveller WINE finalist, Cliff has been a senior wine show judge at wine shows Australia for over 20 years.
His deep regional knowledge, honed throughout tenures at both Voyager Estate (1997-2009) and Flametree Wines (2009-2026) has earned him widespread recognition among critics, peers, and wine lovers alike.
Recent accolades include:
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Ranked Number One White Wine in The Australian’s 2025 Top 100 Wines by Nick Ryan
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In the top 0.5% of Australian Chardonnay — 3 Merit Classification, The Real Review Wine Classification of Australia
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Trophy, Best White Wine and Trophy, Best Chardonnay — Margaret River Wine Show 2024
- Consecutive Gold Medals (2024, 2025) — International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) and Decanter World Wine Awards