Our Vineyards
From our early genesis to today, Provenance has existed to achieve one simple goal: to make great wines that reveal the fruit quality of special vineyards.
We have eight vineyards in the Geelong, Ballarat, Macedon, and Henty regions, each chosen specifically to match the variety that grows there best.
Selecting a site with ideal soil characteristics, weather conditions, and elevation to suit the grape varietal ensures the highest likelihood of growing exceptional fruit and producing outstanding wines.
The ultimate goal is that our vineyards exhibit crisp natural freshness, an inherent balance of complexity, power, and refined beauty.
Explore the Rich Terroir of Henty
In 1964, Karl Seppelt pioneered viticulture in Henty, envisioning it as an optimal cool region for crafting sparkling and delicate aromatic wines. Nestled in undulating terrain, and renowned for prime grazing and quality wool production, Henty has become a haven for wine enthusiastsseeking elegance and craftsmanship.
The gentle autumn ripening period, coupled with low buthigh-quality yields, gives rise to wines that reflect the unique character of the region. Positioned to the east of South Australia's Coonawarra, Henty boasts a standout variety in Riesling, with each winery showcasing its distinctive style.
Situated in the far south-west corner of Victoria, Hentyoffers a culinary experience where local produce —lamb, beef, seafood, cheese, and more— perfectly complements the exquisite wines.
Named after the first family to settle in Victoria in the early 1800s, the Henty wine region spans avast area from the Hopkins River to the South Australian border, concentrating wine production in Hamilton, Tarrington, Heywood, Condah, and Drumborg.
Key Facts about Henty:
Total Vineyard Area: 139 hectares
Latitude: -38.433 (southernmost point)
Altitude: 0-458 meters
Growing Season Rainfall: 291mm
Climate: As one of the coolest wine-growing regions on the Australian mainland, Henty produces quality wines in cold temperatures. Abundant sunshine hours create growing conditions reminiscent of the Canterbury Plains in theSouth Island of New Zealand or European climates like Burgundy.
Notably, Henty is making a distinct mark with varieties such as Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir.Soil:Vineyards predominantly feature older Basalt soils:weathered basalt with gravelly loam topsoil over red clay. Recent plantings incorporate rich black volcanic clays, maritime sandy loam over limestone, and patches of Terra Rossa over limestone.
[Source: https://www.wineaustralia.com/market-insights/regions-and-varieties/victoria-wines/henty]