Robe Wine Region - A Utopia for Wining and Dining

A heavenly getaway from the Adelaide (Almost 31⁄2 hrs drive away from the city), the seaport town of Robe is a blend of historic charm and luxurious hospitality. From surfing along the vast seaside stretches to camping in the picturesque area or visiting a cellar door to relish the best of Robe wines - the region has plenty to offer its visitors! Home to a number of boutique wineries, the region is especially known for producing exceptional cool-climate wines.

A Journey Through the Years

Established in the 19th century, viticulture in robe wine region was introduced much later, in the 1990s. Being a part of the Limestone coast zone, in a short period of time, the region has gained a reputation in the wine industry owing to the famous Terra Rossa soil (An Italian word for Red soil) - the type of soil also found in Spain and La Mancha. Recently, a number of boutique wineries have established in the region along with some renowned brands. It received AGI appellation in the year 2006.

A Walk Through the Vineyards of Robe Wine Region

The tiny, coastal town experiences a cool climate that is influenced by the lakes in the east and the Southern Ocean in the west. Cool breezes in the evening allow the fruit to experience gentle ripening. During the winters, it may be cold and wet. As a result, the vines witness a long and cool growing period, while the Woakwine range in the west protects the region from strong winds of the Southern Ocean. Covered by a range of soil types - from sandy loam & the terra rossa (Limestone ridges) to rendzinas (Coastal plains area) and calcareous sand (Coastal dunes area). Together these conditions make for perfect winemaking conditions.

Must-Try Wines

Chardy and Sauv Blanc are the region’s hero-varieties that best complements the fresh seafood that Robe is known for. Having earned a reputation for its fresh white wines, the region is also emerging as an amazing red wine producer. Amongst the reds, Shiraz is of the most-produced varietals revealing spicy, peppery notes. Another is the full-flavoured Cab Sav that develops upon ageing.

Additional Read: Wine regions in Australia