South Australia - Adelaide Hills
The Adelaide Hills is one of Australia's premier wine regions.
Known for its cooler climate than other wine regions in the state, the Adelaide Hills wine region is actually very diverse. Thanks to the rolling hills, the region is marked by low and high elevations, forming microclimates that can produce different flavor profiles and intensities.
THE CLIMATE
Mid-climate varies by elevation, but overall cool climate. The area is very hilly with various valleys and creeks. The west-facing slopes of some of the Northern Mountains are warm enough for Cabernet Sauvignon to ripen. Most of this region is best suited for early varieties.
THE SOIL
Mainly grey-brown or brown clay sand, some patches of mostly sandy soil.
INTRODUCING THE WINES THAT MADE THE ADELAIDE HILLS GREAT
Sauvignon Blanc
Pinot Noir
Gris
Shiraz
Sparkling
Chardonnay
