Follow the ‘wine trail’ around the area and experience each very individual winery. Taste the wines and talk to the vigneron. Many of the wineries on the ‘Shoalhaven Coast’ have won significant awards and have set a very high and unique standard of flavours and blends that bring wine connoisseurs back for more. The Shoalhaven Coast is Australia’s 95th declared wine region, although it is also one of the oldest grape growing regions tracing its history to the early 1800’s. Now comprising over 20 grape growers and 16 accompanying wineries and cellar doors, it is one of the fastest growing and awarded wine regions having gathered more than 1,000 medals and trophies. Whenever you open a bottle of South Coast wine at your dining table you will relive the whole South Coast experience. You will recall the point of purchase, maybe a magnificent multi-award winning winery or a small family winery hidden away in a picturesque valley. As you enjoy sipping your selection you will be able to discuss the beauty of the vineyard where the grapes were lovingly nurtured to satisfy your palate and the family members and workers who actually picked the grapes, bottled the wine and informed you of all the wines characteristics as you sampled the many varieties available to you. Your guests will only be impressed with your newfound knowledge and would probably love to join you on your next 'wine drive' along this magnificent coastline. Many of these wineries offer a mail order service if you need more for your cellar, or a gift for that special friend. The selection of wines available on the coast include Shiraz, Chambourcin, Verdelho, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlo, Verdelho-Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc.

Enjoy good food, exciting wines and a festive atmosphere on the June long weekend at the annual Shoalhaven Coast Winter Wine Festival