Cool climate/Elevation 450-550m The Adelaide Hills, which run in a north-south direction, belong to the Mount Lofty Ranges. The region is a jigsaw of meso-climates with the best vineyards facing north or northeast in protected positions centred around the Piccadilly Valley and Lenswood. Rainfall is relatively high and spring frosts are a problem. The best sites appear to be located on steep slopes and at altitudes above 500m. This area is not immune to hot northerly winds. The soils are derived from schistic and sedimentary rock typically well-drained sandy loams over red clay interspersed with schistic gravels. The region is well suited to Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with Sauvignon Blanc and Merlot showing great promise. Andrew Caillard MW, Langton's

<p>Located to the east of Adelaide,the Adelaide Hills is part of the Mount Lofty Ranges. Considered a cool-climate region, most vineyards are situated at elevations between 450 to 550 metres. Rainfall is relatively high and spring frosts often pose problems. Hot northerly winds also make bush fires a real threat in the region. Adelaide Hills is a jigsaw of meso-climates, with the best vineyards centred around Piccadilly Valley and Lenswood in protected sites facing north or north-east. Soils are derived from schistic and sedimentary rock; typically well-drained sandy loams over red clay interspersed with schistic gravels. A premium wine-growing region, Adelaide Hills is best known for crisp, lively Sauvignon Blanc and elegant cool climates styles of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Shiraz.</p>

Warm to hot climate/Elevation 400-500m Clare is essentially continental with hot summers and cool/cold winters. However, the vineyards are mostly located at higher elevations. During the growing season moderating cool breezes funnel up the Clare’s corrugation of hills and gullies from the south. The soils are red brown chocolatey loams over shale allowing excellent drainage. Although snow is rare, the chill factor is something to behold. Some of the older vines are planted in the valley floor as rainfall is relatively low. Polish Hill and Watervale are important sub-regions. The Clare Valley has become particularly famous for its fruit-pure Rieslings and tight-knit Shirazes. Cabernet Sauvignon also performs quite well. Andrew Caillard MW, Langton's

Cool climate/Elevation 450m The Eden Valley, a sub region of the Barossa, is situated in the Barossa Range to the east overlooking the Barossa Valley. Because the topography is so varied and the climate neatly balanced, it produces a range of excellent wines. The soils in the Eden Valley are derived from schistic and sedimentary rock. They are mostly red clay soils and sandy silty loams interspersed with schistic gravels. This region is widely known for its Riesling as the high altitude and cool climate of the region produces wines with great complexity and capacity for long-term cellaring. The Eden Valley is also emerging as an important area for Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Water availability is a limiting factor in the spread of vineyards. Andrew Caillard MW, Langton's