McLaren Vale
John Reynell first planted vines in this green valley near Adelaide in 1838. With the sea and Mount Lofty Ranges nearby, the resulting climate here makes the McLaren Vale fine wines amongst the best in Australia and indeed the world. Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, which seem to profit the most from the silt and rich alluvial soils, are the most frequently grown here. The biggest names include the Kay Brothers, Hardy’s and D’Arenberg wineries.
McLaren Vale has a history of winemaking and is home to many vines over a hundred years old. These produce complex, deep-coloured and fruity Shiraz wines, often with blends of Grenache, and spicy, ripe Cabernet Sauvignons. Despite being such a small region, McLaren Vale has huge variations in microclimates which lead to many differences in taste and, with higher than usual alcohol content, the McLaren Vale fine wines have an outstanding reputation.
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d'Arenberg Laughing Magpie Shiraz Viognier, McLaren Vale, 2009
Australia, McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula, McLaren Vale, McLaren Vale | Red Wine | Bottle (0.75)Another superb fruit-forward and full bodied red from the famous d'Arenberg winery of McLaren Vale. Amongst... Read More -
d'Arenberg The Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon, McLaren Vale, 2008
Australia, McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula, McLaren Vale, McLaren Vale | Red Wine | Bottle (0.75)Very deep garnet in colour, the nose of this Australian fine red is intense and earthy with black currant... Read More -
d'Arenberg The Ironstone Pressings Grenache / Shiraz / Mourvèdre, McLaren Vale, 2007
Australia, McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula, McLaren Vale, McLaren Vale | Red Wine | Bottle (0.75)Juicy nose with fresh plum, blackberry and raspberry entwined with nutmeg and cinnamon spices and a floral... Read More£27.49 -
Kay Brothers Amery Vineyards Block 6 Shiraz, McLaren Vale, 2006
Australia, McLaren Vale, McLaren Vale | Red Wine | Bottle (0.75)The vines used to produce this Australian red were planted in 1896 making them some of the oldest around... Read More -
Kay Brothers Hillside Shiraz, McLaren Vale, 2001
Australia, McLaren Vale, McLaren Vale | Red Wine | Bottle (0.75)Similar in many ways to the famous Kay Brothers Block 6 Shiraz but from younger vines that are not all on the same... Read More -
Kay Brothers Hillside Shiraz, McLaren Vale, 2003
Australia, McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula, McLaren Vale | Red Wine | Bottle (0.75)A big, full flavoured South Australian Shiraz similar to previous and subsequent vintages the 2003 has a poweful... Read MoreRegular Price: £26.99
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Kay Brothers Hillside Shiraz, McLaren Vale, 2004
Australia, McLaren Vale, McLaren Vale | Red Wine | Bottle (0.75)A fantastic Shiraz from one of Australia's oldest and finest wineries founded in 1890. This wine is matured... Read More£21.99£125.99Price Comparison: £24.00 - Justerini & Brooks (Checked 16/08/12) -
Kay Brothers Hillside Shiraz, McLaren Vale, 2005
Australia, McLaren Vale, McLaren Vale | Red Wine | Bottle (0.75)Another superb effort from the Kay Brothers winery, this vintage has real class and is a great example... Read More -
Shirvington Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, McLaren Vale, 2003
Australia, McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula, McLaren Vale, McLaren Vale | Red Wine | Bottle (0.75)"The 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon offers up aromas of cassis liqueur, graphite, toast, smoke, and camphor... Read More£29.99Price Comparison: £38.95 - Cellar Link, UK (Checked 18/07/12) -
d'Arenberg Laughing Magpie Shiraz Viognier, McLaren Vale, 2008
Australia, McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula, McLaren Vale, McLaren Vale | Red Wine | Bottle (0.75)Good colour with a highly perfumed bouquet, and an abundance of black fruits, savoury charcuterie, and a suggestion... Read More£14.99Out of stock
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