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  McLaren Vale, South Australia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
McLaren Vale, approximately 35 km directly south of the Adelaide CBD (35°13′S 138°32′E), refers to the suburb of McLaren Vale (postcode 5171), the township of McLaren Vale (which has not been engulfed by urban sprawl due to the hilly terrain) and the wine region which lies mostly within the suburb's borders.
The McLaren Vale wine region is bounded to the south by the Sellicks Hill Range and to the west by the waters of Gulf St Vincent.
South from the township of McLaren Vale, the hills flatten to a gentle slope heading toward the sea.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/McLaren_Vale   (2323 words)

  
 McLaren Vale Wineries - McLaren Vale South Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-02)
McLaren Vale wineries are known for the ripe and generous flavours of their wines.
The McLaren Vale wineries produce red wines such as shiraz, cabernet sauvignon, grenache and merlot, and whites such as chardonnay, sauvignon blanc and riesling.
McLaren Vale is the gateway to the Fleurieu Peninsula, with its wide variety of tourist attractions including cottage industries, gourmet foods, places to stay, steam train rides, diving, boating, surf beaches, whale and penguin viewing and great fishing spots.
www.mclarenvalewineries.com   (200 words)

  
 McLaren Vale - Australian wine regions - Wine Diva Australia
The township of McLaren Vale is central to this region, with Reynella and Clarendon to the North, Kangarilla on the Eastern Boundary, Aldinga on the coastal edge to the West, and in the South, Mount Compass and Sellicks Hill.
McLaren Vale was named after David McLaren, the Colonial Manager of the South Australia Company who arrived in the colony in 1837 and left in 1840.
South of McLaren Vale is the charming town of Willunga.
www.winediva.com.au /regions/mclaren-vale.asp   (1270 words)

  
 McLaren Vale - South Australia - Australia - Travel - smh.com.au
Located on Kangarilla Road in McLaren Vale this family winery was established in 1971 and specialises in premium red and white table wines, port and mead derived from cabernet sauvignon, muscat, chardonnay, Merlot, sauvignon blanc, grenache and shiraz grapes.
Located on Kangarilla Road east of McLaren Vale this family winery was established in 1975 and specialises in red and white table wines and fortified wines derived from cabernet sauvignon, pinot noir, chardonnay, Malbec, sauvignon blanc, cabernet franc, zinfandel and shiraz grapes.
Located on Malpas Road south of McLaren Vale this boutique winery was established in 1996 and specialises in red and white table wines and sparkling wines derived from cabernet sauvignon, verdelho, chenin blanc, chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, cabernet franc and shiraz grapes.
www.smh.com.au /news/South-Australia/McLaren-Vale/2005/02/17/1108500204410.html   (2191 words)

  
 McLaren Vale Wineries - McLaren Vale South Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-02)
The McLaren Vale wine industry is a major producer of premium wines, and the McLaren Vale name is associated with fine wine both in Australia and overseas.
McLaren Vale wineries and cellar doors offer a unique opportunity to experience some of Australia's best wine, while at the same time enjoying the natural beauty of the region.
Just a pleasant hour's drive from Adelaide, the McLaren Vale region is patterned with field after field of grape vines that produce a range of wines including Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc, as well as the region's specialty: Shiraz.
www.mclarenvalewineries.com.au   (222 words)

  
 McLaren Vale Wine - McLaren Vale South Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-02)
Today McLaren Vale is famous for premium wines in both domestic and export markets, from some of Australia's largest and best known names, through to small boutique producers.
McLaren Vale is also the gateway to the geographically diverse Fleurieu Peninsula, with cottage industries, steam train rides, wonderful surf and family beaches, diving, boating, fishing, whale and penguin viewing.
McLaren Vale wine is deservedly famous worldwide, but it is just one great reason to visit this beautiful and unforgettable region, only 37 km from Adelaide.
www.mclarenvalewine.com.au   (248 words)

  
 McLaren Vale South Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-02)
McLaren Vale South Australia is among Australia's premium wine and food regions, with an exciting range of wineries, restaurants, cafes and events to enjoy.
McLaren Vale township is also the gateway to the beautiful and geographically diverse Fleurieu Peninsula, offering cottage industries, steam train rides, wonderful surf and family beaches, diving, boating, fishing, whale and penguin viewing.
McLaren Vale South Australia is a beautiful and unforgettable region, just a short drive from Adelaide.
www.mclarenvalesouthaustralia.com.au   (220 words)

  
 Wirra Wirra 2000 McLaren Vale Shiraz   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-02)
McLaren Vale, with its consistent climate and proximity to the ocean, has demonstrated the ability to produce generous Shiraz that displays the quintessential fruit characteristics of this grape variety.
Bouquet: The nose is typical of the dark chocolate and licorice characters identified with the McLaren Vale region.
General: This wine is a reflection of the more traditional winemaking philosophies of the McLaren Vale region, incorporating ripe berry fruit, toasty American oak and mouthfilling, velvety tannins.
www.wilsondaniels.com /wirra_wirra/ww00sy_mv_fact.html   (226 words)

  
 McLaren Vale - Tourism   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-02)
The McLaren Vale area is well known by wine buffs throughout the country.
The McLaren Vale Grape Wine Tourism Association is proud to promote this area of South Australia.
McLaren Vale is widely renowned for its wines, particularly for Shiraz grape growing.
www.mclaren-vale.com.au   (210 words)

  
 McLaren Vale South Australia - McLaren Vale   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-02)
McLaren Vale, South Australia is home to some of the best wine grapes in the country.
McLaren Vale, South Australia is located only 45 minutes drive south of Adelaide, the capital.
We are blessed with a very mild climate, making McLaren Vale, South Australia the perfect place to enjoy outdoor activities all year round.
www.mclarenvalesouthaustralia.com   (197 words)

  
 Mclaren Vale - A Taste of South Australia
The Region’s wines are described as the "middle palate of Australia" because they produce soft full flavoured wines.
McLaren Vale is dotted with over 50 small to medium wineries.
Tours of the McLaren Vale wine region feature some of the most beautiful scenery in the State.
www.tastesa.com.au /mclarenvale/mclaren.html   (148 words)

  
 Coriole Vineyards | Welcome
Shiraz: The great tradition of McLaren Vale, since the 1850s, Shiraz is the variety that in recent years has propelled McLaren Vale onto the world wine stage.
Australia’s best-known arts festival director Anthony Steel is the music director of this year’s Coriole Music Festival in May.
Mr Steel is a resident of the McLaren Vale wine region and a keen supporter of festivals of all shapes and sizes.
www.coriole.com   (372 words)

  
 Maxwell Wines - McLaren Vale South Australia
The winery has been designed to take advantage of the gravitational flow of the grapes, contributing to the quality of the wine and allowing visitors to view a 'working winery' while sampling the wines and taking in the magnificent views from the cellar door.
Maxwell Wines, with its 40 acre vineyard of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Grenache and Verdelho, is north of the township of McLaren Vale, on Olivers Road, just a fifty minute drive south from Adelaide.
McLaren Vale has a Mediterranean climate, tempered by the sea a few kilometres away to the west and the area has convincingly established a reputation for grapes and wines of amazing quality and intensity of flavours.
www.maxwellwines.com.au   (220 words)

  
 Down Under
Lindemans is one of the most traditional winemakers of South Australia’s South East.
Consistent performance and style is the key to Cape Mentelle’s continued development as one of Australia’s premiere wineries.
This winery is 30 miles south of Adelaide.
www.umich.edu /~wineclub/events_australia_2001.htm   (501 words)

  
 Australia Wine Tour Victoria South Australia Barossa McLaren Vale Coonawarra Pyrenees Heathcote Yarra wineries   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-02)
Australia is one of the most enjoyable places in which to wine tour.
Australia was soon to become the largest supplier to the UK, by value, not by quantity, as a flood of early drinking, premium quality well priced wine sent traditional suppliers reeling.
Since then, as awareness of Australia's regions has grown, so we have moved on to cover Western Australia, and important but remote regions in South Australia and Victoria.
www.arblasterandclarke.com /newworld-australia.htm   (960 words)

  
 mclaren vale wines fleurieu pensinsula south australia
McLaren Flat Vineyards Farm, McLaren Vale & Beaches, Fleurieu Peninsula, SA Villa Grenache Bed & Breakfast is a superb modern 4-star federation style villa offering all the luxuries you have come to expect.
McLaren Vale Vineyards Farm, McLaren Vale & Beaches, Fleurieu Peninsula, SA The Middlebrook Estate Function Complex includes a spacious tasting area with floor to ceiling windows overlooking a landscaped, tuscan style terrace garden, lawns and the...
Mclaren Vale Vineyards Farm, McLaren Vale & Beaches, Fleurieu Peninsula, SA Annvers produce wines from the McLaren Vale and Langhorne Creek regions as well as from our Estate vineyard located near Kangarilla in the Adelaide Hills.
www.totaltravel.com.au /travel/sa/fleurieu/mclarenvale/directory/breweries   (411 words)

  
 Accommodation B and B b&b McLaren Vale Wineries Adelaide South Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-02)
Shiraz Hill is a vineyard and grazing property overlooking the world famous wine region of McLaren Vale and the picturesque hills beyond.
McLaren Vale is easily accessible within a 5 minute drive, and the cottage is less than an hour by car from the centre of Adelaide and the airport.
Shiraz Hill is suitable for both short and long stays as the kitchen is full size and there are good laundry facilities.
www.shirazhill.com   (241 words)

  
 Essential Wine Guide at Epicurious.com
Yalumba Viognier "The Virgilius" 2001, Eden Valley, South Australia ($36)
Dark and dense, with flberry and plum fruit; firmly structured and supple, with balance and length.
A suave red blend — Australia's answer to Côte-Rôtie (where white grapes are often blended with red).
www.epicurious.com /drinking/wine/ewg/australia_list   (431 words)

  
 A Vintage To Watch Out For
Tim Burvill from Rockbare in the McLaren Vale echoes the optimism of Michael House.
Over at the Clare Valley in South Australia, Steve Wiblin from Neagles Rock Vineyards is also quietly confident about the quality of their vintage.
In the Adelaide Hills in South Australia, Larry Jacobs from Hahndorf Hill Winery echoed similar sentiments to others in that "it seems that all varieties are going to be picked perhaps two weeks earlier than usual".
www.femail.com.au /a-vintage-to-watch-out-for.htm   (1502 words)

  
 Tatachilla
Tatachilla has been part of McLaren Vale since vines were first planted in 1887 and throughout its rich history it has intuitively understood the
McLaren Vale vines, epitomises the richness and concentration of superbly
The red wines of the McLaren Vale range exude the intensity of regional
www.tatachillawinery.com.au   (281 words)

  
 Claddagh Cottage B and B - McLaren Vale South Australia Accommodation, Bed & Breakfast
Self contained bed and breakfast (B and B) accommodation, ideally suited for a romantic interlude or relaxing getaway located at McLaren Vale on the Fleurieu Peninsula, South Australia.
Claddagh Cottage B and B is located within one of Australia's premier wine regions - McLaren Vale, with many local attactions.
The McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Visitor Centre (a tourist information centre) is located close to the cottage along with many fine retaurants (see map below).
www.claddaghcottage.com.au /page2.htm   (292 words)

  
 Wirra Wirra 2001 R.S.W. Shiraz   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-02)
This wine is named after Robert Strangways Wigley, a noted South Australian eccentric and cricketer who established Wirra Wirra in 1894.
McLaren Vale, as well as being home to some of the oldest Shiraz vines in the world, is blessed with climatic conditions and soil types which are ideal for growing this variety.
These factors contribute directly to the regions’ reputation for producing Shiraz of world acclaim and have a profound influence on the style and quality of this wine.
www.wilsondaniels.com /wirra_wirra/ww01rsw_notes.html   (270 words)

  
 The wines of D'Arenberg, McLaren Vale, South Australia
D’Arenberg is a winery that has reinvented itself since the mid-1990s, with an expansion of its range and the adoption of a series of quirky two-part names, along with some clever marketing and the world’s most involved back labels.
I was really impressed by the Mourvèdre and Grenache, both of which show plenty of varietal character (this is reassuring, considering the heavy winemaking imprint that some of these wines show).
From the hills north of the McLaren Vale.
www.wineanorak.com /darenberg.htm   (733 words)

  
 Kimber Wines of McLaren Vale, South Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-02)
Our vineyards are set in the beautiful McLaren Vale, a premium wine district only 30 mins south of Adelaide, South Australia.
Aside from being a perfect environment for viticulture, McLaren Vale is a wonderful destination with a great selection of restaurants, accommodation, and cellar door wine tasting.
Our Visitors Centre is full of information for visitors to McLaren Vale and the Fleurieu Peninsula.
www.kimberwines.com   (149 words)

  
 Burton Premium Wines   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-02)
Burton 2001, 2002, 2003 and 2004 McLaren Vale Chardonnay
The rolling hills of McLaren Vale, located less than an hour's drive south of Adelaide, are famous for their long ripening season - the result of a maritime climate and low summer rainfall.
The cooling influence of the adjoining Gulf of St Vincent, combined with ironstone and sandy loam soils help to ensure the consistent and near legendary quality of Mclaren Vale wines.
www.burtonpremiumwines.com /winep.htm   (493 words)

  
 Wine Club Vol. 5 No. 12
We have featured some of the highly allocated wines of this great estate in the past, and we are pleased to announce that we are once again the happy recipients of a Chapel Hill dandy.
Needless to say, Chapel Hill remains one of Australia's hottest wineries, turning out small quantities of several premium varietals, beginning with the estate's outstanding McLaren Vale Shiraz a rich expressive wine that is perennially in short supply.
Tasting Notes: One of the most consistently endowed wines from vintage to vintage, the 1999 Chapel Hill McLaren Vale Shiraz is a deep purple potion with the scent of flberry, kirsch, and plum.
www.winemonthclub.com /newsletters/vol5no12.htm   (3190 words)

  
 Claddagh Cottage B&B - McLaren Vale Accommodation, Bed & Breakfast, South Australia
Relax, enjoy and be transported into the cosiness and comfort of another age.
Sink into a comfortable arm chair in front of an open log fire, relax in a private courtyard garden, soak in a deep old fashioned claw bath before retiring to a comfortable 4 poster queen sized bed.
Situated in a quiet rural setting, Claddagh Cottage Bed and Breakfast (BandB) accommodation is within walking distance from the heart of McLaren Vale renowned for its excellent restaurants and premium wineries.
www.claddaghcottage.com.au   (159 words)

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