Tallarook vineyards are situated on the northern slopes of the Great Dividing Ranges in Central Victoria. Originally planted in the mid eighties, some of the estate's sites have been specialized to grow Rhone varietals such as the esoteric Rousanne, winning much recognition and acclaim for Tallarook.

Grown on the elevated Tallarook vineyards, to ancient alluvium with quarternary colluvial overlay – moderate fertility, and very well draining. The north-easterly aspect leads to earlier warming of the soils in spring. In summer and autumn, days are hot, and nights are cool. It is here that Roussanne simply thrives. Freely draining soils of low to moderate fertility produce low-cropping vines. Full ripeness is achieved without sacrificing flavour definition, spiciness and the highly aromatic qualities, for which wines from Tallarook are becoming renowned. The Roussanne has derived characteristics from low cropping, combined with favourable ripening conditions and traditional winemaking methods.