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The export driven Australian wine industry was well situated for the Chardonnay boom of the 1980s and 1990s and Australia responded with a unique style of wine that was characterised by big fruit flavours and easy approachability. To compensate for the very warm climate, richness was enhanced by the use of oak chips and acid was added during fermentation.
Discover the charm of McLaren Vale, South Australia's renowned wine region, known for its world-class Shiraz, stunning vineyards, and vibrant local culture.
Discover the world of Shiraz and Syrah, two names for the same grape, uniquely expressed in South Australia and France's Rhône Valley. South Australian Shiraz dazzles with bold, fruit-forward flavours, while French Syrah offers a refined, earthy elegance. Explore how soil, climate, and winemaking styles shape these iconic wines, and uncover which suits your palate—ripe and rich or savoury and complex. Cheers to the art of terroir!
What You Can Expect From McLaren Vale Merlot
McLaren Vale Merlot excel at making and supplying the best and highest quality wines South Australia offers. Merlot is a dark blue wine of the grape variety and is the primary grape of Bordeaux wines. As the most popular wine in the red wine market, merlot releases three different flavours. One is a soft and fruity flavour, another being a smooth flavour with a hint of tannins, and the last is a more tannic flavour that’s similar to the taste of cabernet sauvignon.
Wine is the answer to most things in life: bad day, have a glass of wine. Gift? Buy a rare bottle of wine. Picnic? Remember the wine, honey. Water bottle broke? Use the wine bottle from last night. The best things in life are better with wine and good company. McLaren Vale Cellars will never let you be without your favourite bottle of McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon.