Boutique vineyards scatter the slopes of the Perth Hills wine region, where you’ll discover wine trails winding through forests and gullies, and a long list of activities and attractions.
Just 30 minutes from Perth city, the Perth Hills is a go-to destination thanks to its top wines and restaurants, friendly towns and stunning views over hills, crisscrossing valleys and waterways.
The first vines were planted in the 1880s, and today most of the region’s vineyards and wineries are still family owned. Sample your way through full-flavoured wines, including alternative varieties like Chenin Blanc and Tempranillo.
Climate and Altitude
The hilly region’s warm Mediterranean climate is influenced by the Darling Scarp mountain ranges, which help to create a diverse range of microclimates. Warm, dry summers and cool nights ripen grapes to perfection.
The Environment
On Australia’s west coast, the picturesque Perth Hills wine region is an easy drive east of Perth. Its wineries and towns are dotted throughout its valleys.
Climate
The region has warm, dry summers, mild winters and crisp nights, with most rain falling in the cooler months.
Soil
Diverse soils range from sandy and gravelly loams to brown clays, and they’re generally well suited to grape growing.
Top Varieties Grown
CHARDONNAY
The best white wines here are Chardonnays, bursting with ripe melon and peach flavours.
SHIRAZ
These are rich red wines with generous fruit flavours of ripe red berries and cherries.
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Most wineries produce Cabernet wines, either as single-varietals or blends. They’re robust, full-flavoured wines with berry, chocolate and earthy flavours.
MERLOT
Merlot is commonly blended with Cabernet Sauvignon in the Perth Hills wine region, producing smooth, full-flavoured red wines.
