The Adelaide Hills, just a short drive east of Adelaide, is one of South Australia's most dynamic and diverse wine regions, known for its cool climate and elevated vineyards nestled among lush forests and rolling farmland. Its altitude and varied microclimates make it ideal for producing vibrant, elegant wines—particularly Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir—along with a growing reputation for innovative, small-batch producers and alternative varietals.
Beyond wine, the region offers a rich blend of experiences, from farm-to-table dining and artisan markets to charming towns like Hahndorf, Australia’s oldest surviving German settlement. With its scenic beauty, creative energy, and close proximity to the city, the Adelaide Hills is a favorite escape for wine lovers, foodies, and weekend explorers alike.
This wine is 100% Chardonnay from two different terroirs. The main component (approximately 70%) is from a relatively high-altitude vineyard. The fruit from here provides grapefruit and lemon characters along with elegance and length on the palate. To this, Chardonnay from a lower-altitude, (warmer) vineyard has been blended. Being a slightly warmer location, this fruit fills out the mid palate and gives a burst of ripe melon and nectarine fruit flavours. A perfect food wine that pairs well with fish, pasta, poultry and soft cheeses.
A lovely, yellow colour with swathes of green interspersed. Nuts, cashews, stone fruit, a touch of mandarin. Good concentration and focus with a mineral backing. Very well constructed, and shows balance, intensity, length and complexity – it is all here. Throw in a gorgeous texture and this is a cracker with a future.
This Atlas Adelaide Hills Chardonnay is made from grapes grown at the Hill Smith vineyard at Woodside in the Adelaide Hills. A product of a near-perfect vintage, this opens with vibrant and lifted aromas of citrus, white peach and fig notes. The palate is elegant with flavours of ripe nectarine and pink grapefruit supported by subtle almond, flinty stone and creamy lees characters with hints of toasty oak. Another delicious Adelaide Hills Chardonnay, this has loads of appeal in the short to medium term.
