Wine region · Victoria

Heathcote

A central Victorian region famous for Shiraz grown on ancient red Cambrian soil.

History

Vines were planted during the gold rush, but the modern reputation began in the 1970s with Jasper Hill and others, who recognised the Shiraz quality of the Mount Camel Range.

Wines of Heathcote

Deep, structured, spicy Shiraz, plus increasing amounts of Italian and Spanish varieties such as Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, Tempranillo and Fiano.

Climate

Warm continental

Producers in Heathcote

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