Red Wine Hits Different in the Southern Hemisphere's Winter

South Australia has long developed a serious wine culture, as home to many of the most famous wine regions in the country. In the rolling hills outside the gorgeous town of Adelaide, you'll find some of the most inspiring Sparkling Wine, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir produced in all of Australia. When the temps are heating up here in the northern hemisphere its winter in full force for our Aussie friends, but that won’t stop them from a raging party, where red wine is on full display.

Winter Reds takes place this weekend: Friday, July 26th July to Sunday, July 28th. Thousands of winter revellers will flock to the Adelaide Hills to savor outstanding red wines around warming hearths and crackling outdoor fires. Live music and DJs set a relaxed party atmosphere, and hearty food offerings will keep everyone going all day.

“ Here in the Adelaide Hills, we don’t just tolerate Winter, we embrace it ,” enthuses Alex Trescowthick, President of the Adelaide Hills Wine Region. “ We are blessed with a cool climate which allows the creation of beautiful, elegant red wines. Adelaide Hills is the only wine region in South Australia where top-quality Pinot Noir can be grown, and Syrah from Adelaide Hills is highly regarded by wine connoisseurs. We are also at the forefront of varieties such as Gamay, Nebbiolo, Tempranillo and Cabernet Franc ."

Trescowthick continued, " there are so many fabulous red wines to discover in the Adelaide Hills. Of course, you can explore them any time of the year, but it is a lot more fun to gather with like-minded friendly folks around a cosy fire at the Winter Reds festival. Being the middle of winter, essential clothing for attending Winter Reds is a big warm coat and comfortable boots, which is where the partnership with SA boot maker Rossi is perfect .”

There are over thirty participating venues for the 2024 Winter Reds with most tickets costing as little as $20 per person. Red wines are available by the glass or bottle to share. Click here to purchase tickets .

Events marked as “Tour + Taste” encourage revellers to visit one or more cellar doors across the Hills to taste the diversity of red wines available. Possession of a branded Adelaide Hills Wine Region glass is essential for entry and is included in the $20 General Admission ticket. There is also “Fire+Feast” events which include sumptuous lunches or dinners, and “Cosy Classes” which are specially hosted red wine tastings.

For further information about Adelaide Hills Wine Region visit adelaidehillswine.com.au .