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‘’‘Adelaide Hills’’’ is a cool-climate [[:Category:Wine regions|wine region]] located in the Mount Lofty Ranges of South Australia, east of the city of Adelaide. Known for its elevated vineyards and diverse microclimates, it has become one of Australia’s most important regions for producing refined styles of [[Chardonnay]], [[Pinot Noir]], and [[Sauvignon Blanc]]. The region’s altitude, which ranges from 300 to over 700 metres, allows for long growing seasons and retention of natural acidity in the grapes.

Adelaide Hills is particularly noted for its elegant, cool-climate Chardonnay, often marked by citrus, stone fruit, and subtle oak influence. Its Sauvignon Blanc is among the most widely planted varieties and tends to be vibrant and herbaceous, with crisp acidity. The region has also emerged as a stronghold for Pinot Noir, especially for sparkling wine production, and is gaining attention for new plantings of [[Syrah]] and alternative varieties.