Due to its climate Tasmania has always been a great primary producer. It is this climate that is attracting a lot of attention from wine growers and producers. Established vineyards and wineries are generally loacted on the north and east coast, with a presence also near the capital. It is no coincedence that white wine is developing well in Tasmania in particular Chardonnnay, Sauvignon Blanc and also Reisling. Labels worth a second look are Pipers Brook, Tamar Ridge, Moorillia Estate, Horne Hill, Springvale and Rosevears.