Sanguine Estate vineyard and winery established in 1997 is located in Heathcote (approximately 5km along the Northern Highway from the turn-off to Echuca). The Hunter family worked weekends to establish the initial 16 acres which grew rapidly over the following years to 55 acres by 2002. Further plantings ensued to reach a total of 69 acres to 13 varieties (86% Shiraz).
Varieties planted: Shiraz, Chardonnay, Viognier, Verdejo, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Tempranillo, Legrein, Nebbiolo and Grenache plus one variety that is unknown in Australia that we’ve called D’Orsa Blanc. An exciting mystery that is revealed in Our Winemaking History that dates back to the 1860’s.
Located 90 minutes north of Melbourne, this historic town in the heart of Victoria is famous for its full-bodied yet smooth Shiraz wines; uniquely deep in colour and flavour.
The secret is the 510 million year old Cambrian earth, found along an ancient land fault running through Heathcote. This deep red earth brings a character to the landscape and wine unlike anywhere in the world.
Sanguine Estate can be found along this fault line.
