Hand-crafted with passion and dedication, Geelong's elegant wines are the expression of a cool climate, rich soils and a unique history. After a winemaking hiatus of more than 100 years, Geelong is again home to many boutique vineyards creating world-class varietal wines.
Today, the region is again home to many family-owned vineyards creating world-class varietal wines. Low rainfall produces a rich concentration of flavour, aroma and colour – the distinctive regional characters of Geelong wines.
467 ha
Total Vineyard Area
-38.415
Latitude (southernmost point)
0-396m
Altitude
298mm
Growing season rainfall
Top varieties grown in Geelong
Climate
- The region’s climate is cool, providing an extended ripening period.
- The majority of the area is strongly influenced by the moderating effect of the surrounding water of Port Philip Bay or Bass Strait. Pushing up into the northern part of the region the climate is less maritime and more Continental.
- The region is fairly dry, with average rainfall between 500 millimetres and 600 millimetres per annum; the majority falling in winter and spring.
- Strong winds are a constant, providing good airflow within the canopy, which assists in the natural control of various vine diseases.
- The mean average January temperature is 19 degrees.
Soil
- The principal soil type is the commonly encountered sandy loam soil.