rutherglen, vic
Warm climate/Elevation 160m
Rutherglen in northeast Victoria is known for its fortified wines that represent a distinctive Australian style, particularly its Muscats and Tokays. George Frederick Morris established the first vineyard in 1859. During the late 1880s, Rutherglen enjoyed a substantial export market to the UK, but experienced harder economic conditions during the 20th century. The sheer quality of the wine has kept the region going. The climate here is warm to hot, with a high degree of continentality and low relative humidity. The soils range from gravels to red and sandy alluvial loams. It is generally considered that the best vineyards are located on red loamy soils. Most of the vineyards, at around 160m, are on gentle slopes and close to the Murray River.
Andrew Caillard MW, Langton's
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