Mudgee wine region
Mudgee is a wine region and Australian Geographical Indication in the Central Ranges zone in the Australian state of New South Wales. It is named for the town of Mudgee.
| Wine region | |
| Year established | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Country | Australia |
| Part of | Central Ranges |
| Location | 32.5°S 149.8°E |
| Climate region | Humid subtropical/maritime |
| Heat units | 2050 |
| Precipitation (annual average) | 360 millimetres (14 in) |
| Varietals produced | Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
| No. of wineries | over 35 |
Grapes were first grown around Mudgee from 1858, reaching a peak of 55 vineyards in 1893. Large wineries started planting again from 1974. Mudgee grows predominantly red wine varieties, especially Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.
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