Barossa Valley Wine Guide
Australia's most famous wine region, known for rich, bold Shiraz from ancient vines.
Country
Australia
Key Varietals
5 varieties
Notable Wineries
6+ estates
About Barossa Valley
The Barossa Valley is the heart of Australian wine, home to some of the oldest continuously producing vines in the world (many pre-dating phylloxera). German settlers established the region in the 1840s, and their descendants still craft wine here today. Barossa Shiraz is bold, rich, and generous—the antithesis of cool-climate restraint. Old-vine wines from the valley floor are among Australia's most treasured. The region also produces excellent Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Riesling.
Climate & Terroir
Climate
Mediterranean with warm, dry summers and mild winters; valley floor is warmer than hills
Soil
Red-brown earth, sand over clay, and alluvial soils; varies by sub-region
Key Grape Varieties
Barossa Valley is renowned for these grape varieties:
Notable Wineries
Some of the most celebrated producers in Barossa Valley:
Recommended Vintages
These vintages are considered exceptional for Barossa Valley:
Visiting Barossa Valley
Welcoming, family-friendly wine region. Excellent food scene in Tanunda and Angaston. Don't miss historic cellar door experiences.
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- Northern Rhône
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