Australias first families of wine featured in hardcover book for wine. Its also one of the closest regions to adelaide cbd, which means its an easy wine region to visit anytime. Our premium wineries offer lovers of great wine unique experiences in australias most famous wine regions. This is a substantial book on all the wine regions of australia. Australia has developed a comprehensive appellation system. Terroir in australia regionality by any other name. May 08, 2009 indeed that most famous of wine regions, of red wine regions, bordeaux, was in a large part a whitewine growing region in the 16th century, when the dutch wanted base material for eaudevie. In western australia, elegant, refined bordeaux blends and lean, unoaked chardonnay are the mainstay. These days, if youre drinking an aussie wine, theres a 50 percent chance that its from south australia. Australian wineries australian wine regions on the wineweb. The climate of individual regions has the greatest influence on wine style, and so the key to unlocking the potential of australias wines is understanding the geographical distinction of its vineyards. So, providing me with cellar names, ratings, tonnes crushed every year, and top wines for each does little to assist me in understanding what i purchased the book for to learn about the wine regions of. The ultimate guide to australian wine expertise explore.
Jeremy oliver launches a brandnew concept for australian wine its equal parts a wine educational book designed for the beginner or lplate wine drinker and its also a buying guide that lists jeremys recommended wines across a. Each of the 6 major regions has a unique wine focus based on their individual climate. Australia s most important state for wine production is south australia, whose capital is adelaide. Most people coming to australia nowadays on a working holiday visa will at some stage consider working in a regional area, sometimes to secure a second year visa or just to have a traditional australian experience. In south australia, youll find shiraz and fullbodied cabernet blends.
Australias 2nd biggest wine website just wines fast growing online wine shop of australia. May, 2018 australian wine map wine country australia. Whether you enjoy the big, generous characters of warm climate wines or you prefer cool climate elegance and finesse, theres an australian region to satisfy your wine desires. A guide to australias wine regions, from wine experts by leigh campbell australian scenics via getty images windmill in vineyards, hunter valley wine region, new south wales, australia. So, providing me with cellar names, ratings, tonnes crushed every year, and top wines for each does little to assist me in understanding what i purchased the book for to learn about the wine regions of australia. Australia is divided into six wine producing states. Today, wine is being produced in almost all the states of australia with over 60 identified wine regions. While sampling a bottle or two might help you find your favourite variety, you cant really experience a region until youve spent a few days immersing yourself in everything on offer. The adelaide hills has a cooler climates, which influences the wines produces in this region. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. But this is just the first step in developing an industry and an informed buying public based around the production, marketing, and appreciation of wines with regional characteristics. At any one regionsubregionsite several factors climate, soil properties and management practices all combine to shape the taste of a. Buy yourself a copy of the new wine book australian wine styles and. The adelaide hills produce many oakaged white wines, including filigreed, ambitious examples of chardonnay and sauvignon blanc.
Wine lovers are generally of two tribes on australian wines. New south wales queensland south australia tasmania victoria western australia 1 the zone south eastern australia incorporates the whole of the states of nsw, vic. Agriculture of the south australian wine regions howstuffworks. Australian wine regions australia is a large countrymargaret river is further from the hunter valley than jerez in spain is from tokaji in hungaryso, despite the distinctive national approach to wine, australian wines are not all the same. Australia wine regions map australia wine map key australia wine regions australia wine regions map plan your trip. Mar 23, 2010 it sits atop the south facing slopes of the great dividing range. Shiraz the aussie name of the syrah grape and chardonnay make up 44 percent of the total wine production in the country. As an mup member you get 40% off the price of this book. The country was first associated with the wines during the year 1788 when the first vine cuttings were taken to new south wales. Australia and new zealand maps, wine map prints tags.
Best australian wine tours how to visit the australian wine. It provides a convenient summary of the latest summary statistics for journalists, educators, students and government as well as importers of wine, cellar door sales personnel and others looking to provide an overview of the sector. This map is help you identify the key wine growing regions in australia. However, the market is dominated by a small number of major wine corporations. The wine map of australia by max allen with text by leading australian wine writer max allen, this map shows the precise locations of the countrys 4500plus vineyards, mapped by industry leaders, vinefinders. He really loves the country as a whole and shows the same deference to cold climate regions as to the hot terra rossa soils as well. Agriculture of the south australian wine regions prev next there are many reasons why south australia is the leading producer of wine in australia, and one of them is the fact that there are 17 smaller wine regions within its overall scope. Sep 21, 2017 new england officially new england australia, to distinguish it from its counterpart in the usa is a midsized australian wine region in the north of new south wales. Aussie wine has become a ubiquitous part of many peoples dining experience and none more so than that produced in south australias gorgeous barossa valley.
Readers can find more about the wine and labeling laws on our australian wine label page its vast size and huge range of climatic and geographical conditions, makes it one of the most versatile winegrowing countries in the world. Mar 19, 2017 when it comes to australias best wine producing regions, western australias margaret river or south australias barossa valley may come to mind. Australia was the 7th biggest wine producing country in 2015 with around 1,200 million liters of wine produced source oiv. Wine regions around melbourne bulong estate winery, yarra junction. Take your pick of five diverse wine regions that offer special blends unique to their climates. Only an hour from adelaide, with a warm and dry climate, and heavy redbrown soils, the barossa has been a happy home to lush fields of green and gold vines for 150 years. Were so lucky to live in a country with such a huge diversity of wine regions. The wine industry is a significant contributor to the australian economy through production, employment, export and tourism. Australias first families of wine, richard allen, kimbal baker. For us site selection is very important, shelter from the westerly winds and for. This climatic diversity is reflected in the large number of grape varieties grown and the large range of wine styles produced.
When looking to book australian wine tasting vacations, its important to understand where the wine regions are. Australias first families of wine featured in hardcover book for. So while the largest wine production region is south australia. As chris smith, viticultural manager at tasmanias cloverhill, said. South australia is known all over the world for its wine regions. Ive included each of the popular australian wine regions on the map below with the orange wine glass, along with the main city from which the tours operate with the orange star. All of the regions listed on the australia wine map below are the largest regions and all are worth visiting although i have my personal favourites.
Australia so much more than shiraz each of the 6 major regions has a unique wine focus based on their individual climate. Australia has become a significant wine exporting nation, with wines being produced in much of the country. Two wine regions are less than one hours drive from adelaide in south australia the mighty barossa valley and the. The vineyards of australia cover 170 000 hectares in different wine regions in new south wales, south australia, victoria, western australia, tasmania and a smaller area in queensland. The wines of margaret river and of the hunter valley differ as much as sherry and tokay do. Covering the slopes of the great dividing range and the upland plateau known as the new england tablelands which spreads out to the west, the new england region makes up roughly one half of the wider northern slopes zone. Hunter valley is one of the oldest australian wine regions, renowned for producing arguably the countrys finest shiraz as well as chardonnay and impressively. One commonality in nearly every wine region in australia is the presence of shiraz. The new south wales wine country book will be distributed to stakeholders, such as wineries and tourism operators, around the country and overseas to raise the awareness of the many wonderful regions around the state and to encourage people to. Now it is 90% red, an evolution that began its turnaround in the 17th century, before australia was even a twinkle in any europeans eye. There are many reasons why south australia is the leading producer of wine in australia, and one of them is the fact that there are 17 smaller wine regions within its overall scope. This area stretching into new south wales includes the mildura region, where lindemans, one of australias largest wineries is situated. Collectively, through our experience, taste and love we curate articles for you to experience the best of what each region has to offer.
He describes the types of grapes grown, the soil, the climate, the winegrowing history, and also introduces the most famous and respected wineries, winemakers and their signature wines. Enjoy wine tasting, eat delicious food made by passionate local, producers and soak up the atmosphere at food and music festivals across the state. It is a must for anyone who plans to travel around the australian wine regions but. It is gaining reputation for its sparkling wine fruit, chardonnay, and cool climate talisman pinot noir. The three major wine regions in australia by shear volume are south australia, new south wales and victoria. The australian wine industry is one the worlds largest exporters of wine, with approximately 800 million out of the 1. Acclaimed michael dhillon, of bindi, makes his wine in the macedon ranges, as does phillip moraghan at curly flat. It provides a convenient summary of the latest summary statistics for journalists, educators, students and government as well as importers of wine, cellar door sales personnel and. South australia and new south wales are known for their warmer climate varieties such as shiraz and cabernet sauvignon whereas victoria is known for cool climateloving pinot noir. Barossa valley and the wines of south australia wine folly. Australian wine regions ultimate winery experiences. Finallya comprehensive reference book on australian wines. Dec 08, 2019 both australia and the global wine industry have benefited from the technological advancements in wine growing made by organizations such as the australian wine research institute awri.
Apr 26, 2018 mclaren vale is one of the oldest wine regions in australia, dating back to the early 1800s. Wine is also producedto a lesser degree in queensland,tasmania, and western australia. While youre in the region check out delicious cheeses from woodside cheese. Regardless this book makes you actually want to drink aussie wines, and better yet get wrapped up in maxs excitement about them too. Top wines, as anyone who drinks wine will tell you, change every year. Encyclopedic in scope, this book will help wine enthusiasts understand the unique qualities of australian wines and discover the countrys many vineyards, both. So while the largest wine production region is south. Although these wines are also enjoyable when released, they are more serious wines that can also age. Below you can see our top 5 wine regions across australia. Exploring the challenges and opportunities of the australian wine. For a wine to carry a regional name, it must consist of at least 85% of fruit from that region. When you think of south australian wine, you think of classic cabernet sauvignons, robust rieslings and sumptuous shiraz.
Mar 07, 20 of these 5 wine regions i have recently visited margaret river and i must say that it was very impressive, not only for the qualitiy of their wines but also for the care and technology implemented in growing grapes to make of margaret river a topnotch australian area for premium wines. The australian wine sector at a glance is a onepage overview of the australian wine sector. The wine regions of australia and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. The major regions are barossa, fleurieu, the limestone coast. Whether it be for bargain or premium wine production, chardonnay, pinot noir, riesling, cabernet sauvignon, sparkling wine and dessert wine are all made from specific regions that have climates and soils seemingly tailored for those specific varietals. As the countrys primary wineproducing state, south australia houses all the bigname regions.
Victorias fine wine production ranges from rich, fortified dessert wines to delicate pinot noirs. When it comes to australias best wine producing regions, western australias margaret river or south australias barossa valley may come to mind. Folded australian wine maps can be purchased at winery cellar doors, in book shops, bottle shops, and through map distributors in the united states. Looking backwards, the country has an impressive wine history. New south wales wine regions showcased to the world. Hunter valley wine new south wales, australia buy online. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Mclaren vale is one of the oldest wine regions in australia, dating back to the early 1800s. Much of it goes to north america and the united kingdom, however, asia and india have also taken to australian wines, as well as to other wine producing nations, including south america and south africa. Covering the slopes of the great dividing range and the upland plateau known as the new england tablelands which spreads out to the west, the new england region makes up roughly. Wine regions around melbourne, food and wine, victoria. Pdf fine wine and terroir the geoscience perspective. The more wellknown wine regions in australia are located in the states of south australia, new south wales, victoria, and western australia. Escape from the busy city life to scenic wine country, only a short drive from melbournes cbd.
We think they are well worth checking out on a road trip before you head home. Wine regions in nsw regional nsw is home to 14 incredible wine regions, growing a variety of grapes and producing both cool and warm climate wines. The best wine producing regions are located on the southern side of the country. Part of the explanation for this lies in the division between winemaking and grape growing as commercial activities a division even more marked than in california. The wine regions in each of these states produce different types and styles of wines that take advantage of the particular areas terroir. New south wales 0 other 1 south australia 22 tasmania 0 victoria 0 western australia 0 my cart.
However australia has more than 60 designated wine regions across the country and many regions on the east coast have also developed a worldwide reputation for awardwinning wine. New england officially new england australia, to distinguish it from its counterpart in the usa is a midsized australian wine region in the north of new south wales. Over 1,900 australian wineries are integrated into our winery directory, and many wines are available direct from the winery or from wine merchants. Australian wine producing regions along the east coast. Most admired for citrusdriven, mineralrich and often ageworthy semillon wines, hunter valley is one of australias oldest wine regions and was home to its very first commercial vineyards. The best australian wine regions to visit carpe travel. The geographic indications gi are integral to the marketing of wines and to protect the use of regional names. The climate and soil type vary tremendously from region to region. The wine regions of australia constitute different departments in one huge wine factory, any one of which may be called upon to deliver a spare part as and when required. Mclaren vale is just a stone throws away from the city centre of adelaide, being a simple 45minutes drive. Wineries in australia can be found by clicking on a region in the australia wine regions map. The regions warm summer nights coupled with autumn cloud cover and cool sea breezes allow full ripening and healthy acidity levels for semillon. The top 5 wine regions in australia a luxury travel blog.
The australian wine industry is organised geographically into wine zones, wine regions and subregions. The australian wine industry is the worlds fifth largest exporter of wine with approximately 780 million litres a year to the international export market with only about 40% of production consumed domestically. By the 1880s, it became a major wine producing region. Bulong estate winery, yarra valley and dandenong ranges, victoria, australia. Indeed that most famous of wine regions, of red wine regions, bordeaux, was in a large part a whitewine growing region in the 16th century, when the dutch wanted base material for eaudevie. Heres a short overview of some of the best australian wine regions to visit. However, many winemakers started successfully experimenting with pinot noir and cabernet. The region is cooler than barossa and thus, youll find a prevalence of white wines and red wines that focus on elegance and more savory flavors. Many wine regions date back to the mid 19th century. Of these 5 wine regions i have recently visited margaret river and i must say that it was very impressive, not only for the qualitiy of their wines but also for the care and technology implemented in growing grapes to make of margaret river a topnotch australian area for premium wines. Australia is a large countrymargaret river is further from the hunter valley than jerez in spain is from tokaji in hungaryso, despite the distinctive national approach to wine, australian wines are not all the same. Holidays in south australia are often about celebrating the magic that the 5 different wine regions dotted across the map of south australia have created. Jeremy oliver launches a brandnew concept for australian wine its equal parts a wine educational book designed for the beginner or lplate wine drinker and its also a buying guide that lists jeremys recommended wines across a wide range of varieties, regions and occasions. South australia has a vast diversity in geography and climate which allows the state to be able to produce a range of grape varietiesfrom the cool climate riesling variety in the clare valley wine region to the big, full bodied shiraz wines of the barossa valley.
Moraghan spent 18 months searching cooler climate australia. With more than 5,000 hectares under vine across sixteen winegrowing regions. The process of setting up legal definitions of australian wine regions, known as geographic indications is nearly complete. Rather than being focused on wine itself, however, the articles in this volume explore the physical environment that underlies and shapes the. They make many of australias most distinctive wines and all are household names. The south australian wine industry is responsible for more than half the production of all australian wine. A guide to australias wine regions, from wine experts. In this definitive book, james analyses every wine region in australia over seventy of them. Australia now has 60 wine regions and more than 100 geographic indications gis. Australias wine industry was born when the first vines were planted in camden, nsw in the 1820s.