Swan Hill
A WARM WELCOME
Discover the Swan Hill wine region's varied landscape of forests and waterways, and sample local produce alongside full-flavoured wines.
There are new vineyards and cellar doors popping up across the Swan Hill wine region, nestled on the banks of the Murray River. The region’s first winery was built in 1930 and today the well-established producers making classic Australian wine styles are joined by forward-thinking producers crafting food-friendly wines and exploring alternative varieties.
At the heart of fertile agricultural country, sunny Swan Hill is rich in local produce and popular for its outdoor activities, water sports and pioneer history.
Read on for more about Swan Hill.
35° 20’S
latitude
143° 33’E
longitude
2,211HA
total vineyard area
Climate and Altitude
Swan Hill has a warm continental climate with hot days, cool nights and very low rainfall, which makes irrigation essential.
177MM
growing season rainfall
24.4C
mean temperature
47-129M
altitude
The Environment
Like the vast Murray Darling wine region to its north, Swan Hill straddles New South Wales and Victoria with the Murray River running through it. Most vineyards are on the Victorian (southern) side. It’s a four-hour drive from Melbourne.
Climate
The region is hot and dry in summer and mild in winter, with cool nights and plenty of sunshine year-round.
Soil
Swan Hill is quite an arid region with red-brown loamy sands and alluvial soil along the historical riverbeds.
Top Varieties Grown
CHARDONNAY
These wines are fresh and easy to drink with soft melon and peach flavours. Enjoy them within two years.
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Cabernet wines are full-flavoured yet food friendly, with a rich colour and vibrant berry aromas.
SHIRAZ
You’ll find delicious Shiraz in the Swan Hill wine region – smooth, food friendly and ready for immediate drinking.
