Heathcote Region Australia

The region, like so many in Victoria was primarily used for sheep grazing in its earliest white history, followed by gold mining and then in the twentieth century, wine production.

Heathcote sits on the north side of the Great Dividing Range at elevations between 160m and 320m. The soil, known as Cambrian is red and deep with good water holding capacity.

Rainfall is evenly distributed between the seasons and the temperature range is defined as temperate, with cooling winds originating in the south.

Grape Varieties

The Heathcote region is a premium shiraz producing area, home to some big brands in Australian Shiraz. Galli Estates,  Duck Muck. Jasper Hill Vineyard.  The Cabernet Sauvignon wines from Heathcote are some of the best in from Australia.