Victoria is home to some of Australia's most diverse and distinctive wine regions, shaped by a wide range of climates, elevations, and soil types. The Yarra Valley, just east of Melbourne, is famed for its elegant Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and sparkling wines, while the nearby Mornington Peninsula produces refined, maritime-influenced expressions of the same varietals. Inland, Heathcote is known for its rich, deeply coloured Shiraz, grown on ancient Cambrian soils.

 

The Grampians and Pyrenees regions offer cool-climate Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon with spice and structure, while Rutherglen is revered for its historic fortified Muscats and Topaques. In the northeast, the King Valley showcases a strong Italian influence, excelling in Prosecco, Sangiovese, and Nebbiolo, while Beechworth delivers powerful yet nuanced Chardonnay and Shiraz from small, high-quality producers. From alpine cool to sun-drenched plains, Victoria’s regions offer remarkable stylistic variety and a vibrant culture of innovation and craftsmanship.