McLaren Vale

Mollydooker, founded by Sarah and Sparky Marquis in McLaren Vale, has become one of Australia’s most recognisable premium Shiraz producers. Their signature style — plush, vibrant, and hedonistically rich —...

Origin and Winemaking Grapes were sourced from vineyards in McLaren Vale and Langhorne Creek. The wine was barrel fermented and matured in 100% American oak, with 40% new and 60%...

Noon Winery, a boutique family estate in McLaren Vale, is renowned for producing some of Australia’s most expressive and character-driven reds. Drew and Rae Noon work with old-vine vineyards and...

Noon Winery, founded by Drew and Rae Noon in McLaren Vale, is one of Australia’s most admired boutique estates. Known for its small production, meticulous vineyard work, and powerful yet...

Awards and Ratings “Cassis, redcurrants, red plums, black fruit paste and some leaves and herbs… deep frame of sturdy tannins… ripe flavors of blackcurrants and blueberries. Best from 2021.” (2015...

  Accolades & Reviews • Silver – International Wine Challenge (2021)Award tasting note: “Persistent aromas of liquorice, black currant and blackberry with a full-bodied ripe fruit style with well-integrated tannins....

Accolades & Reviews • Huon Hooke – 95 Points (Feb 2014)Described as deep and dense, showing notes of roasted meats, leather and smoky charcuterie, with tremendous palate depth and length....

  Founded in 1984 in McLaren Vale, Fox Creek Wines quickly established itself as one of South Australia’s most respected boutique producers. The Reserve Shiraz represents the pinnacle of the...

Established in 1984, Fox Creek Wines has long been one of McLaren Vale’s most acclaimed boutique producers. The Reserve Shiraz is its flagship release — a powerful yet refined expression...

Grenache is certainly enjoying its moment in the spotlight after being utilised almost entirely as a blending variety for many years. These days there is genuine interest and moreover, reverence,...

The Samuel's Gorge 2023 Tempranillo is a brooding yet lively expression of McLaren Vale's windswept landscape. On the nose it presents ripe cherries, cola and sweet spices, all underpinned by...

If you are looking for a hot tip when visiting McLaren Vale, do yourself a favour and make the journey to Samuel's Gorge. The cellar door looks out on one...

The “Marsican” Shiraz is Mitolo’s flagship release from McLaren Vale, crafted only in outstanding vintages. Named after the rare Marsican bear of Abruzzo in honour of Frank Mitolo’s heritage, it...

  17/20 Jancis Robinson Tasted: May 2010 95/100 Robert Parker The Wine Advocate Tasted: Feb 2009 95/100 Jeremy Oliver  95/100 The Wine Front Drinking Window: 2018 to 2036 The Name  Dead Arm...

The 2012 d’Arenberg The Ironstone Pressings is a powerful and beautifully structured GSM blend from McLaren Vale. Named after the region’s ironstone soils that provide both intensity and minerality, this...

Option 1. Good condition Option 2. with capsule damage The 2016 vintage of d’Arenberg The Dead Arm Shiraz is a powerful and iconic McLaren Vale red. Sourced from old, low-yielding vines...

Critic tasting note: (2019 vintage) "Bright fruit characters are evident immediately from the first engagement. On the nose, savoury spicy plum and dried herb and sage combination burst open. And...

The 2012 d’Arenberg The Dead Arm Shiraz from McLaren Vale is a concentrated and age-worthy wine sourced from old vines afflicted by Eutypa dieback. This disease limits yield but intensifies...