The Adelaide Hills region is located south-east of the city of Adelaide. The GI region is nearly 1500 km² in size and has a total of 3957 hectares of vineyards.

Due to its high altitude, the climate is cool, although valleys and sub-valleys create various meso-climates.The main varieties grown in the region are Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Shiraz.