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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.
When it comes to celebrating life's special moments or simply elevating an ordinary day, nothing quite does the trick like a glass of sparkling wine. While Champagne might be the first thing that comes to mind, the world of sparkling wines is as diverse and delightful as the bubbles that dance in your flute. In this guide, we'll take you on a journey through the sparkling wine universe, from the iconic regions to the lesser-known gems.
In 1831, the Scotsman James Busby, often called "the Father of Australian viticulture", made a trip back to Europe to collect cuttings from vines (primarily from France and Spain) for introduction to Australia. One of the varieties collected by him was Syrah, although Busby used the two spellings "Scyras" and "Ciras". The cuttings were planted in the Sydney Botanical Gardens, and in Hunter Region, and in 1839 brought from Sydney to South Australia. By the 1860s, Syrah was established as an important variety in Australia.
It's essential to consider the chocolate's sweetness, bitterness, and any additional flavours it might have when choosing your wine. Remember that personal taste varies, so feel free to experiment and discover your unique wine and chocolate pairings.
Welcome, all! Mclaren Vale Cellars would love to walk you through our selection of premium McLaren Vale wines with a vintner's knowledge, and how to best impress your friends with your illuminated wine knowledge.
Wherever your taste, palate, or flavour preferences lie, know that the McLaren Vale Winery is here to sip, pour, and indulge with you every day. We are wine drinkers, wine experts, connoisseurs, not conne-sours, and we take all walks of life no matter where you are on your wine journey.
