McLaren Vale
State South Australia
Located only a 40 minute drive South of Adelaide is McLaren Vale, one of the oldest and most famous wine growing regions in Australia, entrenched with history, fine wine and fine food.
The pace of viticulture steadily developed through the 1880’s and 1890’s and there are now more than 60 wineries in the area including well known names such as Wirra Wirra, Chapel Hill, Coriole, d’Arenberg, Tatachilla, Rosemount and Penny’s Hill.
The region today is experiencing prosperity reminiscent of its golden days at the end of the 19th Century. Its traditional staples of grenache, shiraz and cabernet sauvignon have come thundering back into vogue. At the same time, it has also forged a reputation for its chardonnay, sauvignon blanc and semillon.
The region’s charm and individual character coupled with its physical beauty has made it a popular tourist destination.
The pace of viticulture steadily developed through the 1880’s and 1890’s and there are now more than 60 wineries in the area including well known names such as Wirra Wirra, Chapel Hill, Coriole, d’Arenberg, Tatachilla, Rosemount and Penny’s Hill.
The region today is experiencing prosperity reminiscent of its golden days at the end of the 19th Century. Its traditional staples of grenache, shiraz and cabernet sauvignon have come thundering back into vogue. At the same time, it has also forged a reputation for its chardonnay, sauvignon blanc and semillon.
The region’s charm and individual character coupled with its physical beauty has made it a popular tourist destination.
