Rutherglen Region
Australia / Victoria / North East Victoria Zone

Summary

Region in North East Victoria Zone known for its fortified production. Situated on a warm flat plain with fertile soils. Cool air descends from the Victorian Alps at night providing diurnal range and retained acidity in fruit. Wines are ripe, spicy with great balance and age-worthiness.

Geographic Indication

Legal definition of this GI available through the Australian Geographical Indications Committee at (External Link) Rutherglen Region

Important Varietals

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Average Temperature

Total Precipitation 567.00mm