Coonawarra, SA
One million years ago the Limestone Coast was part of the Southern Ocean. Coonawarra (Aboriginal for Honeysuckle) is at the centre of the Limestone Coast and is famous for its narrow strip of rich, red terra rossa soil sitting atop deep limestone. This stretch of soil, which is only 15km long by 1.5km wide, contributes significantly to the grape quality and fine structure of the wines. A must visit is the Naracoorte Caves National Park for those interested in exploring underground caves, fossil sites and bat colonies.
Climatic Conditions Mediterranean
Performing Varietals Cabernet Sauvignon
Must See Cellar Doors Wynns Coonawarra, Stonehaven Winery, Rymill Coonawarra, Di Giorgio Family Wines, Hollick Wines
Distance from nearest capital city 400km from Adelaide
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Coonawarra. Australia's other red centre
Coonawarra is renowned as one of Australia's finest wine regions and is particularly known for producing world class red wines especially Cabernet Sauvignon.
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