Overview
Gundagai is one of Australia's newer wine regions, located along the Murrumbidgee River in southern New South Wales. The area's red granitic soils, warm days, and cool nights are drawing attention from winemakers seeking a distinctive terroir.
Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon are the focus, producing wines of bright fruit, spice, and fine tannins. The region is still developing its identity, but early releases have shown promise for elegant, food-friendly Australian reds.
Key Varietals
- ShirazA vibrant, medium-bodied red with red and black fruit, pepper, and fine tannins.
- Cabernet SauvignonA structured red with cassis, herbs, and earthy minerality.
- TempranilloA savory Spanish red that ripens well in Gundagai's warm days.
- ChardonnayA fresh, stone-fruit white with balanced acidity.
Region snapshot
Climate
Continental
Rainfall
~600mm annually
Soil Types
Granite, red earth, alluvial soils