Canberra District RegionLocationZone - Southern New South Wales State - New South Wales Map Reference Latitude 35 degrees and 20 minutes South Longitude 149 degrees and 10 minutes East Elevation 500 - 800 metres above sea level Subregions Nil |
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Introduction In the vicinity of Lake George Dr Edgar Reck planted the first vines in 1971, followed mainly by wine enthusiasts from the scientific community, most with Doctorates. By 1974 the Canberra District Vignerons Association was founded, and now has over 20 members. Overall, growth has been steady rather than spectacular, and the general quality of the wines has been equally modest. The arrival of BRL Hardy has acted as a catalyst for change and the planting of vines by BRL Hardy in the centre of the Canberra racecourse is an interesting concept. The overall quality and range of the Canberra District wines has improved significantly in the last 25 years, and the best wines can exonerate themselves with honour in national competition against small boutique wineries.Primary Grape Varieties White Chardonnay 150ha Red Cabernet Sauvignon 150ha Primary Wine Styles Riesling For many of the wineries Chardonnay is the most important white wine but Riesling produced here has personality and regional individuality. The best part is made as a crisp, lightly toasty and dry style. Reserved yields ensure that the wines age well in bottle for up to ten years. Chardonnay The ever-present Chardonnay does well in the region, producing wines of good quality and complexity. Soft fig and stone fruit flavours are prominent, which contentedly support liberal use of new oak. Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz
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