Perth Hills, Western Australia

Geologically, the Perth Hills area is quite distinct from other Western Australian (WA) regions with soils of ancient gravel and clay over extensive granite. Like most of the south-west of WA, the climate is typically Mediterranean with cool to cold, wet winters and warm, dry summers. Yet, compared to the nearby Swan District, the region has a cooler climate due to its altitude of up to 400 metres.

Viticulture has been carried on intermittently in this area for over a century, but on a generally tiny scale. The longest-established of the present wineries, dates back only to 1980.

The arrival of Millbrook has brought a degree of sophistication and winemaking skill hitherto altogether lacking, and has already led to a much higher profile for the region.