Currency Creek South Australia
With its close proximity to both Adelaide and the
coast, the Currency Creek region is strategically positioned. Well
made and well priced wines provide the perfect accompaniment to
the local cuisine.
Currency Creek Region on the Fleurieu Peninsula extends from Port
Elliot in the west to the shores of Lake Alexandria in the east.
Geographical features include three islands, the controversial Hindmarsh,
Mundoo and Long islands, Murray Mouth where the Murray River meets
the sea and Lake Alexandria. Towns include Goolwa, Middleton, Currency
Creek and Finniss.
This is a young region with vineyards being established in the
past 30 years. The main grape varieties are Chardonnay, Sauvignon
Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz.
Although the climate is Mediterranean, it is surrounded by water
which moderates the temperature. The region depends on dams and
bores as rainfall is insufficient during the growing season.
Like the rest of the Fleurieu Peninsula it is a great place to
visit especially with the magical Coorong on its doorstep. There
are cellar doors and no shortage of places to eat and stay.
Harvest time: early February to late April
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