Victoria

Overview

The wine industry in Victoria, Australia has a long and rich history, dating back to the mid-19th century. The first vines were planted in the state in the 1830s, and by the 1860s, the region was producing significant quantities of wine.

During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the wine industry in Victoria experienced a period of growth and expansion, with the establishment of large wineries and the introduction of new grape varieties. However, in the mid-20th century, the industry experienced a decline due to a combination of factors, including a focus on producing fortified wines and competition from other wine-producing regions.

In the 1960s and 1970s, a new generation of winemakers began to emerge, focused on producing high-quality table wines from traditional European grape varieties. This led to a renaissance of the Victorian wine industry, with the establishment of new wineries and the introduction of innovative winemaking techniques.

Key Grape Varieties

Today, Victoria is one of Australia's most important wine-producing regions, with a diverse range of grape varieties and wine styles. The region is particularly known for its production of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir, among other varietals.

Key Sub Regions

There are 26 sub regions within Victoria, many of which offer outstanding wines. At this time we are only offering wine from three of these sub regions but expect to add more in the near future.

We offer wine from Victoria from the following sub regions:   

• Grampians
• Heathcote
• Rutherglen
• Yarra Valley