Rutherglen

Overview

Rutherglen is one of Australia's oldest wine regions, located in northeast Victoria near the Murray River. The hot continental climate and rich soils produce grapes of extraordinary ripeness, which have been turned into world-famous fortified wines for more than a century.

The region's Muscat and Topaque are internationally renowned for their richness, complexity, and longevity. Rutherglen also produces full-bodied table wines from Durif, Shiraz, and Cabernet Sauvignon, offering a uniquely Australian wine experience.

Key Varietals

• MuscatRutherglen's legendary fortified wine, lusciously sweet with raisin, toffee, and spice.
• TopaqueA rare fortified white with honey, caramel, and dried apricot complexity.
• DurifA powerful, inky red with dense black fruit, chocolate, and firm tannins.
• ShirazA bold, spicy red that forms the backbone of many Rutherglen table wines.