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TASMANIA
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THE PIPERS RIVER/TAMAR VALLEY REGION
The Pipers River/Tamar Valley region, 35 kilometres north-east of
Launceston, is undoubtedly the premier wine-producing region in Tasmania,
with the Pipers Brook and Heemskerk wineries leading the way. The cool and
cloudy climate and the rich, red soils are well suited to viticulture, especially
Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling and sparkling wines. The
countryside in north-east Tasmania is very green and quite hilly, with many
of the local towns having the atmosphere of an English country village.
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Last updated on Tuesday, 10 January 2006
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