Aussie vino is growing in value overseas, with our exports worth a crushing $2.86 billion according to Wine Australia.

Figures released this week reveal the value of Australian wine exports has grown by 4 per cent in the 12 months to June, despite export volumes dropping by 6 per cent in the same period.

Wine Australia's latest figures have given grape-growers plenty to toast to. Credit:Shutterstock

Western Australian wine exports were among those to see the highest jump in value around the country, with a total of 9.6 million litres shipped overseas, bringing in $68 million – a growth of 15 in volume and 9 per cent in value.

China remains one of our biggest buyers, both in WA and nationally, with Australian exports there hitting a financial year record of a 7 per cent growth in value to $1.2 billion.