South Burnett
SUBTROPICAL SANCTUARY
Rich in natural beauty and diversity, the South Burnett wine region is on the rise thanks to its lively, food-friendly wines and artisanal food producers.
The Bunya Mountains provide a majestic backdrop to the South Burnett wine region, home to ancient landscapes and a modern wine community. Thriving in fertile soils, vineyards ranging from tiny to vast produce lively, food-friendly wines.
Nestled in the lush hinterland, South Burnett is within driving distance to some of Australia’s most spectacular tourist spots, including the Sunshine Coast and the World Heritage listed Fraser Island.
Read on for more about South Burnett.
-26.999
latitude
151° 85’E
longitude
204HA
total vineyard area
Climate and Altitude
The region has a very warm, subtropical climate, but its elevation, maritime influence and crisp nights keep things mild enough to produce good-quality grapes.
527MM
growing season rainfall
24.6
mean temperature
169-1141M
altitude
The Environment
Around three-and-a-half hours north west of Brisbane, this is Australia’s most northerly wine region. Its rolling green hills are surrounded by mountains, state forests and agricultural towns.
Climate
Cool nights bring relief to hot summer days and winters are generally mild. The region gets most of its rain during the warmer months.
Soil
Soils vary from light sands to red, brown and black clays, and all are well suited to grape growing.
Top Varieties Grown
VERDELHO
This white variety is a good fit for the South Burnett’s warm days and cool nights, producing vibrant, aromatic wines with herbaceous and tropical fruit flavours.
SEMILLON
Semillon also does well in the warmer climate. These citrusy wines are crisp and refreshing, perfect for sunny days.
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
With their soft, sweet berry flavours, the South Burnett wine region’s Cabernet wines are easy to drink and pair well with food.
