John Denton and his son Simon established View Hill Vineyard in the late 1990s after purchasing a unique plot of land in the Yarra Valley. They began planting primarily Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Nebbiolo vines. This piece of land is distinctive within the Yarra Valley because it sits on an old volcanic site that has left behind a granite outcrop. The granitic, sandy soil rests on massive granite boulders, and its location on a hill on the north side of the Yarra River, overlooking the surrounding area, which adds to its uniqueness. Since they began producing wines in 2006 under the Denton label they have gained a reputation for delivering good value Yarra Pinot Noir, Nebbiolo, and Chardonnay, as well as several alternative varieties.
