Mount Gambier
NATURAL WONDER
On the gentle slopes of a dormant volcano in South Australia, the landscape of the Mount Gambier wine region creates a dramatic backdrop for its elegant wines.
The coastal region’s lush countryside is punctuated by sinkholes and lake-filled craters, including the famous Blue Lake. Lava caves and aquifers lie below the surface.
When you’re not exploring geological marvels, sample standout produce, from Wagyu beef and lobsters to dairy, fruits and vegetables. Mount Gambier is Australia’s newest wine region and thanks to its premium cooler-climate wines, its future is bright.
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37° 77’S
latitude
140° 77’E
longitude
274HA
total vineyard area
Climate and Altitude
With its temperate maritime climate, Mount Gambier is one of the coolest regions in South Australia. Being near the ocean provides cooling sea breezes and mitigates temperature extremes, helping to ripen grapes to perfection.
278MM
growing season rainfall
18.9C
mean temperature
63–140M
altitude
The Environment
In the south-east corner of South Australia on the Limestone Coast, the scenic Mount Gambier wine region stretches east to the Victorian border. Drive there in under five hours from either Adelaide or Melbourne or take a one-hour flight from Adelaide.
Climate
Expect mild to cool winters, which is when most rain falls, and warm, dry summers moderated by afternoon sea breezes.
Soil
Largely underlain by limestone, the region’s diverse soils include fertile volcanic loams, sands and sandy loams.
Top Varieties Grown
CHARDONNAY
Chardonnay wines are elegant yet complex, with bright citrus and stone fruit flavours.
SAUVIGNON BLANC
These vibrant white wines are bursting with tropical fruit aromas and flavours.
PINOT NOIR
Pinot Noir thrives in the cooler conditions of the Mount Gambier wine region, producing elegant, silky red wines fragrant with cherry and spice.
