Valley the Yarra valley is one of the major wine regions of Australia. It is here that produce world famous wines Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon.

In General, the territory of the state of Victoria has historically been considered important wine region due to its varied climatic conditions that allows us to grow in these lands of different grape varieties. The first winemakers were here Ryrie brothers, who in 1838 planted in the area of Chateau Yering first vineyard, and in 1845 received the first wine. Just 15 years later, the winery Chateau Yering was recognized as the best in the state, and in 1889 received worldwide recognition, won the Grand Prix at the world exhibition in Paris. By the way, this was the first winery in the southern hemisphere to receive such a high rating.

The rapid growth of the wine farms was recorded in the valley in the 1870-ies, but by 1930, there has been a decline, caused primarily by financial difficulties during the great depression. Only in the late 1960s, the industry has recovered from the economic losses, and began a new stage in the history of local winemaking.

Today in the valley of the Yarra river is over 80 wineries, making it one of the leading wine regions with a cool climate. Interestingly, the average harvest of grapes in the valley is only 53 tonnes per hectare, which is significantly less in comparison with other regions of Australia. And this suggests that the quality of local wine is more important than its quantity.

Thousands of visitors travel to this fertile countryside to sample the unique Australian wines bouquet. But valley the Yarra valley has to offer and other entertainment. Here you should visit one of the many parks or nature reserves to enjoy the amazing views of wildlife, or shoot down the highway black Spoor, to see the highest in the country waterfalls Stevenson falls near Marysville. In the Healesville wildlife sanctuary, known for its amazing biological diversity, you can see kangaroos, EMUs, wombats and many species of birds of prey. In small towns that are scattered along the valley, there are a variety of galleries and markets, where everyone will find a suitable souvenir. And finally it should fly over the valley in a hot air balloon, bird's eye view take a look of this amazing area of Australia.