Australia’s Little Italy — Griffith and the Riverina serve citrus, salami, cheese, pasta and big-hearted wines built by generations of Italian families.
Built by waves of Italian migrants, Griffith and the surrounding Riverina are Australia’s “Little Italy” — and one of the country’s most characterful food trails. This is the food bowl of NSW: citrus, stone fruit, rice, olives and grapes grow under irrigation, and the region turns them into salami, prosciutto, cheese, pasta, olive oil and generous, great-value wines.
What to taste
Tour the Riverina wineries around Griffith — De Bortoli’s luscious Noble One dessert wine is world-famous — then stock up at Italian delis, bakeries and smallgoods makers. Time your trip for the Griffith Salami Festival or La Festa, celebrations of the region’s Italian heritage.
How to do the trail
Base yourself in Griffith and explore by car. It’s about 6 hours from Sydney or a short flight. Combine with other Central and Western NSW wineries and road trips.
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Facilities
Wineries, Italian delis, bakeries, restaurants and accommodation in Griffith
Insider Tips
Seek out the family salami and cheese makers and Italian bakeries in town, and try De Bortoli’s Noble One. Come for the Salami Festival if you can.
Getting There
About 6 hours’ drive south-west of Sydney, or a short flight to Griffith Airport. Drive between cellar doors with a designated driver.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Griffith?
In the Riverina region of south-west NSW, about 6 hours’ drive from Sydney or a short flight away.
Why is Griffith called Australia’s Little Italy?
Generations of Italian migrant families settled and farmed there, shaping its food culture — salami, cheese, pasta, bakeries and wine.
What wine is the Riverina known for?
Great-value everyday wines and, most famously, De Bortoli’s Noble One botrytis Semillon, one of Australia’s greatest dessert wines.
What food festivals does Griffith have?
The Griffith Salami Festival and La Festa celebrate the region’s Italian heritage with food, wine and community events.
