The Merino Country Vignerons Association Inc. (formerly Goulburn District Vignerons Association) was established to bring together grape growers and wine makers in the northern parts of the Southern New South Wales Zone surrounding the city of Goulburn, who do not otherwise fit into any of the district Geographic Indicator regions as defined by the Australian Wine and Brandy Corporation
There are a number of small vineyards and boutique wineries in this area, which falls between the Canberra, Hilltops, Cowra, Orange, Southern Highlands and the South Coast GI districts.
This is a cool climate region with elevations mostly between 500 and 900 meters allowing the production of quality grapes. Spring frosts can be a problem. However,when these are managed, the resultant grapes can produce magnificent wine.
Members' vineyards and wineries are shown on the following clickable MAP
The next Annual General Meeting is to be held at 6pm on Saturday 18 September 2010 at the Trappers Restaurant small meeting room. Dinner to follow at 7.30 pm for those interested. Please advise if you wish to attend the dinner to Howard at cellardoor@kingsdale.com.au. Nominations for committee members can be sent to the same address.
