Grampians
STRIKING VISTAS AND STUNNING VINEYARDS
Whether you come to scale mountains or sample world-class wine, the Grampians wine region offers a fresh perspective.
Against the backdrop of the Grampians mountain range lies one of Australia’s most historic and acclaimed wine regions. It’s a place for wine lovers, history buffs, outdoor explorers and foodies. And in the midst of it all is the great Grampians National Park.
From sparkling wines to the region’s signature Shiraz, Grampians wines combine elegance and power. History is evident in century-old cellars and old, rare vines, while a crop of young winemakers are a breath of fresh air.
Read on for more about the Grampians.
37° 30'S
latitude
142° 51’E
longitude
651HA
total vineyard area
Climate and Altitude
The Grampians has a moderately cool climate thanks in part to its elevation and influence from the Southern Ocean.
258MM
growing season rainfall
20.1C
mean temperature
142–1161M
altitude
The Environment
The Grampians wine region is in Western Victoria, about three hours from Melbourne. It’s a striking, mountainous region bordered to its west by a national park and to its east by a mountain range.
Climate
Summer is characterised by warm to hot days and cool to cold nights, while winter temperatures can plummet. Autumn is generally mild and pleasant.
Soil
There are two main soil types here, both with low fertility: grey-brown loams and a hard yellow soil.
The Makers
Top Varieties Grown
SHIRAZ
Shiraz is one of the region’s top performers. Thanks to the cooler climate it’s elegant and silky, with a rich purple colour and flavours ranging from red cherry and plum to pepper.
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
This variety grows well here and produces elegant, age-worthy wines with flavours of blackcurrant and sometimes raspberry. It’s often blended with Shiraz and other varieties.
RIESLING
The climate of the Grampians wine region produces distinctive and elegant Riesling wines that are often bursting with citrus.
