Mediterranean vibes by the sea — Grenache, Shiraz and alternative varieties.
Just south of Adelaide between the hills and the sea, McLaren Vale has a Mediterranean climate. It makes rich Shiraz, increasingly elegant old-vine Grenache, and leads Australia's move into Italian and Spanish grapes like Fiano.
Country
Australia
Climate
Mediterranean
Key grapes
Syrah, Grenache
Areas to know
3
Local classics and safe bets.
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“McLaren Vale is where Aussie Grenache shines — juicy, spicy and more elegant than you'd expect.”
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