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With so many grape varieties grown in Australia, you can enjoy many different styles of drinking. Don't be locked into buying "the big reds" this winter to match a lamb roast or hearty stew. Branch out in taste and style with a visit to the lesser known wine regions. With fewer crowds, larger-than-life local characters and carefully crafted wines, you'll be pleasantly surprised...

Pipers River & Tamar Valley TAS - The first vines were planted in Tassie in 1823, making it the oldest wine producing region in Australia. Pipers River has a climate similar to the Champagne area in France, whilst the Tamar Valley specialises in Pinots & Rieslings. Stay in Launceston to be central to both wine regions.
Try: Sparkling wines, Pinot Noir
Stay: Peppers Seaport Hotel Launceston

Canberra ACT - Most of Canberra's wineries are small, having grown from hobby farms started by academics and public servants. The wine styles vary considerably due to Canberra's climate extremes. There are plenty of other attractions here too - Questacon, NASA Deep Space Centre, National Gallery, Old Parliament House, Royal Australian Mint, the War Memorial... who'd have thought our capital could be so interesting?!
Try: Riesling, Chardonnay
Stay: Medina Classic Canberra

Mornington Peninsula VIC - With around 200 vineyards and 50 cellar doors, the Mornington Peninsula is no small player in Australia's wine industry. It has a reputation for premium wines and outstanding regional cuisine, but is also known as the seaside playground for Melbournians (just an hour away) with its calm bay beaches, natural beauty, heritage trails and world class golf courses.
Try: Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir
Stay: Peppers Moonah Links Resort

Pemberton WA - Pemberton lies in the heart of Karri country. The Karri eucalypt is one of the largest trees found on the planet and driving through the Karri forest is certainly a dwarfing experience! The boutique wineries, national parks and leisure activities all add enormously to the tourism platform of this region.
Try: Chardonnay, Merlot
Stay: Best Western Pemberton Hotel