Jinks Creek

Gippsland Shiraz and Pinot Noir from Victoria's cool southeast.

Jinks Creek operates in Gippsland, Victoria's cool-climate region in southeastern Australia. The winery focuses on Shiraz and Pinot Noir, varieties that thrive in the area's maritime influence and moderate temperatures. The Heathcote Shiraz and Longford Shiraz represent the winery's work with the darker-skinned grape, while a Pinot Noir rounds out the portfolio. These wines have been assessed by Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, Decanter, and Falstaff. Gippsland's cool conditions favor wines with structure and freshness—Shiraz here tends toward peppery, savory profiles rather than overripe fruit, and Pinot Noir develops the silken tannins and red-fruit character the variety is prized for. The winery's focus on these two grapes reflects both regional suitability and a deliberate approach to varietal expression.