Hero Wines: Chenin Blanc, Verdehlo, Grenache, Shiraz and Fortified wines. • Perth to Swan Valley (25 minutes) Australia’s second oldest wine region, boasting some of the country’s oldest vines, is just a short 25-minute drive from Perth. The Swan Valley Wine Region is filled with world class wineries, artisan foods, top-notch restaurants, markets and galleries. Mandoon Estate’s focus is on producing a boutique range of premium wines from well-preserved, low-yielding, single vineyard sites, using traditional methods that demonstrate both varietal and regional characteristics. Engage in one of their many experiences from a Bush Tucker talk, where you can learn about the local indigenous food and culture, to a wine blending course. The Swan Valley is the only wine region in the Southern Hemisphere that is accessible by boat from a capital city, so If you only have one day to explore, try a Captain Cook river cruise through the upper reaches of the Swan River to Sandalford Wines. If you have time to explore, the Swan Valley is also home to a number of food and art trails. Accommodation: The Colony.