Mount Gambier wine region

Mount Gambier
Wine region
TypeAustralian Geographical Indication
Year established2010
Years of wine industryEstablished 1982
CountryAustralia
Part ofLimestone Coast
Growing seasonOctober to April
Heat units1151
Precipitation (annual average)711 mm (28.0 in)
Size of planted vineyards243 ha (600 acres)
No. of vineyards20
Varietals producedSauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris
Comments2011

Mount Gambier wine region is a wine region located in the south east of South Australia around the regional city of Mount Gambier. The first planting of vines occurred in 1982. The region received appellation as an Australian Geographical Indication in 2010 and as of 2014, is represented by 20 vineyards and eight wineries.