Corbières is located within the Languedoc-Roussillon region of southern France. The appellation is famous for rich, fruit-forward garrigue-scented red wines made from Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Carignan. Corbières also produces rosé wines from the same aforementioned red varieties, often with small amounts of Grenache Gris and Picpoul in the blend. A small amount of white wine is also made in the appellations from an array of varieties including Bourboulenc, Grenache Blanc, Maccabeu, Marsanne and Roussanne.

<p>Warm climate/Elevation 50-200m There are three distinctive soil types: the sandy loams of Blewitt Springs; the darker soils of McLaren Flat; and the terra rossa over limestone soils further back near Chapel Hill. McLaren Vale is often referred to as Australia&rsquo;s mid-palate because of the mid-palate richness of its Shirazes. Famous for its Shiraz, this region also makes good Cabernet Sauvignons and Chardonnays. Langhorne Creek (a short distance south) is one of Australia&rsquo;s oldest wine regions. Significant plantings during the 1990s now makes it Australia&rsquo;s third largest wine producing region. Located on rich alluvial soils, flood irrigation is still used in some vineyards. The cooling breezes from Lake Alexandrina make this area marginally cooler than McLaren Vale. Andrew Caillard MW, Langton's</p>

Cool to cold climate/Elevation 5-55m The Tasmanian wine industry re-emerged in the late 1950s with the establishment of Moorilla Estate on the outskirts of Hobart. Vineyards located close to the Derwent Estuary and Coal River, planted on a range of sandstone and alluvial soils, are protected from wind, enjoy long hours of sunshine and maritime influence. However, supplementary irrigation is needed because of low rainfall. The Huon Valley is yet to make its mark. Moorilla Estate is perhaps the most important producer. Certainly it is making some very good Pinot Noir, Merlot and Riesling. Its Gewurztraminer is highly regarded. The small Domaine A, located at Campania near Coal River, is also showing potential for its Pinot Noir and Cabernet. Andrew Caillard MW, Langton's

<p>Their colour is gold flecked with emerald, darkening towards yellow with age. Their bouquet evokes butter and warm croissants, bracken, dried fruit, spices and honey. Body and bouquet are not separately distinguishable, so closely blended are structure and harmony into a single perfect whole. Unctuous and firm, dry and caressing, enveloped and profound, these wines combine every virtue in a firmly-established personality.</p>