Currency Creek is a relatively new wine region at the mouth of the Murray River in South Australia. According the Geopgraphic Indicators System in Australia it is part of the Fleurieu Zone (see box)

Goolwa is the largest town in the Zone but just to the east is the popular resort town of Victor Harbour. Also included in the region is Hindmarsh Island.

The climate is described as Mediterranian and there is a strong maritime influence form the large bodies if water than surronung the region. Nevertheless the region is quite dry and supplementary irrigation is neccessary

Wine Varieties in the Currency Creek Wine Region

The region is domiated by red wine and the mainstream varietes if Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Merlot are most commonly used. Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonay and Semillon use used for white wine prodcution.

Some wineries are using alternative varieties, among them are

• Ballast Stone Estate Grenache, Petit verdot, Pinot gris
• Currency Creek Grenache
• Salomon Estate Petit verdot
• Two Dragons Wine Tempranillo
• Vasarelli Sangiovese

Visiting the Currency Creek Region

palnning a wine tour to this region presents a number of options. It is easly reached as a day trip from Adelaide, a visit can be combined with a tour including the other regions in the Zone, or you can stay in local accommodation perhaps in Victor Harbour, Golwa or Port Elliot.