Wine is produced in each state of Australia, but the best of the best comes from the southern and coastal areas of New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia, and Western Australia. The best time to visit the vineyards is during harvest season, from February to April.
Californian wine regions such as Napa Valley or Sonoma are one of the best and most popular wine regions. However, there are many more that are worth the mention such as Walla Walla Valley in Washington wine Country or the Finger Lakes in New York.
Known as the wine capital of Australia, Adelaide is surrounded by some of the best wine regions in the country, many of which are just a short drive from the city.
Bright, bold and full of personality, Shiraz is Australia's most popular variety. It grows in almost every wine region of Australia, accounts for one-quarter of total wine production and is our most exported wine.
More than 40% of all vines grow in the state of South Australia, a quarter in the state of Victoria and most of the rest in New South Wales – although a disproportionate number of the country's finest wines are grown in the south-western corner of Western Australia.
The area around Sydney has the longest history of grape growing in Australia. The original grape vines came with the First Fleet and were planted at Sydney Cove in 1788.
The largest wineries are the Casella winery in Yenda, NSW (YellowTail wines) and the Berri Estates winery in Glossop, SA.
Where is Australian Wine Country? The largest wine production region by far is South Australia. One major city in South Australia is home to the Australian Wine Research Institute (awri). AWRI is responsible for much of the world's research on dry farming techniques and commercial wine operations.
One of the primary reasons Australia has some of the best wines is that most of their vineyards are in suitable locations, with the right climate. Some vineyards grow their grapes and make wine in their specific regions for generations.
Australia dominates Decanter World Wine Awards as producers celebrate 'golden period' of local winemaking. Australian wines have been labelled "the best in the world" after dominating a prestigious international wine awards.
Australia is the 7th largest wine-producing country in the world with 170 000 hectares of vineyards that stretches across four main Australian wine regions: Western Australia, New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia. Each region offers a diversity of wines and wine tourism experiences.
Australian wine regions are recognized as some of the best in the world, and grape growing in vineyards plays a significant role in the country's agriculture industry. Treasury Wine Estates is Australia's largest wine producer, followed by Accolade Wines, Casella Family Brands, and Pernod Ricard Winemakers.
Australia wine has a slightly warmer climate and makes more graceful full-bodied wines with a high degree of acidity and alcohol. Wines made in the cooler southeastern part of Australia (Yarra Valley and Adelaide Hills) have more earthy tones and fruity flavours.
James Busby died on July 15, 1871 during a visit to England. He was survived by his wife and three of their six children. While not the first to import or grow vines in Australia, Busby's drive and entrepreneurship in the craft of viticulture has left him a legacy as father of the Australian wine industry.
Auswan Creek is also owned by Chinese company Swan Wine Group, while Max's Vineyard was bought by firm Jia Yuan Hua Wines for more than $3 million in 2017. Capercaillie Winery in the NSW Hunter Valley was also bought by foreign owners.
1951 Grange has become so valuable because, although it was bottled, it was never commercially released. Max Schubert gave some to friends and family, but the rest remained as museum stock, further contributing to their significant value today.
A $10 riesling has been named one of Australia's best wines. Tolley riesling from the Clare Valley in South Australia was crowned the best white wine under $20 at Dan Murphy's annual Decoded Wine Awards. An $11 Margaret River chardonnay and $12 Barossa Valley shiraz were also among the winners.
Glenfiddich 1964 Vintage Malt Scotch Whisky
This version of the Glenfiddich distillery's whisky, released in 1964 and limited to 1,964 bottles, is the most expensive bottle of alcohol in Australia.
Welcome to South Australia's red centre, Coonawarra. The ultimate destination for lovers of bold red wine, this picturesque part of South Australia is world-famous for its Cabernet Sauvignon and its Shiraz isn't far behind.