![]() Tamar Valley – Vineyards producing Australia’s best sparkling wine line the rich, fertile shores of the Tamar river between Launceston and the northern Tasmanian coast.Ĭoal River Valley – Only 20 minutes from Hobart, the sun-soaked northeastern slopes of the Coal River Valley produce superb white, sparkling and pinot noir wines, centred around the picturesque old town of Richmond.ĭerwent Valley – Climbing towards Tasmania’s Central Highlands, the Derwent River Valley’s diverse soil conditions and elevations are garnering a growing reputation in world wine circles. Sip Hunter Valley Semillion on our 7 Day Sydney & Surrounds self-drive itinerary Murray Darling – Soft, fruity chardonnays are the undoubted king of this vast region stretching over 350km across the plains of the Murray and Darling rivers. Mudgee – Another historic wine region with vines dating back to 1858, this area is dominated by big, bold red wines. Orange – With some of the highest vines in Australia, this understated region produces some outstanding higher-altitude varietals with distinctive terroir. ![]() Hunter Valley – The oldest wine region in Australia and only two hours from Sydney, the Hunter Valley holds over 150 vineyards, sweeping landscapes, and seriously good fine-dining restaurants. Australian wine maps full#Victorian High Country – Victoria’s Italian influence is on full display along the King Valley Prosecco Road, while the muscat produced around Rutherglen counts among Australia’s finest sweet and fortified wines.Īdd some vino to your Victorian road trip: Our 6 day Victorian Wander self-drive itinerary Mornington Peninsula and the Yarra Valley en route. Shiraz Central – Victoria’s largest wine region by area, this huge area in central Victoria goes all-in on Australia’s favourite and most famous grape, churning out top-shelf Shiraz to rival its South Australian neighbours. Pinot Coast – A breathtaking coastal stretch southeast of Melbourne, where the state’s freshest seafood combines with perfect coastal conditions for excellent cool-climate pinot noir. Yarra Valley – Victoria’s oldest and grandest wine region and right on Melbourne’s doorstep, renowned for its award-winning chardonnay and pinot noir, not to mention lush landscapes and artisan cheesemakers. Get inspired: Our Very Best of South Australia self-drive itinerary features the beautiful Barossa Valley. Kangaroo Island – Combining wild nature, wildlife, excellent wines and top-shelf spirits, Kangaroo Island is something of a hidden secret among South Australian wine regions. Limestone Coast – Unique for its rich terra rossa soil, Coonawarra leads a host of sub-regions producing excellent wines with distinctive terroir flavours. The Adelaide Hills – An emerging wine region just 20 minutes from Adelaide CBD.Ĭlare Valley – Renowned for producing some of the best riesling in the world.įleurieu Peninsula – Beautiful stretches of coastal countryside blend with world-famous wine-making areas like McLaren Vale and Langhorn Creek. ![]() All of the following wine regions are within easy driving distance from major cities: South Australiaīarossa Valley – A world-leader for shiraz and home to hundreds of different wineries.
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