Cumulus Estate is one of Australia's few dual appellation vineyards. They are part of two distinct GI (Geographical Indicator) appellations - Orange and the Central Ranges.The dramatic elevated landscapes that surround them were born from the dormant volcano Mount Canobolas, source of the rich red soils that shape the character of their wines.
Yet their vineyards are unusual in having both volcanic basalt and limestone soils, each with their own distinct style.About 50% of their vineyards lie in each appellation, which provides subtle but distinctive variations on their signature high elevation style: