McLaren Vale Grape, Wine & Tourism Association

The new Vintage Journal South Australian Wine Guide has dropped, and Shanteh Wale couldn't have better described the dynamism and innovation taking over the Vale, proclaiming "Never have I been more enamoured and captivated by the wines of McLaren Vale. Leave your expectations at the door, for McLaren Vale has a whole new groove." 🍷 And of course, we always appreciate ❤️ for McLaren Vale Grenache "It must be noted that McLaren Vale’s Grenache deserves a seat at the top table of international wines. The region, stretching over 30 kilometres, is rich in meso- and micro-climates, creating the perfect canvas for an impressive array of bottlings. From the ethereal perfumes of Blewitt Springs to the bold structure of Clarendon, McLaren Vale’s Grenache has become a world-class standout, taking the lead in both consistent quality and distinction." Check out Shanteh's full article and reviews, and of course the incredible knowledge of trailblazers Andrew Caillard MW and Angus Hughson. https://lnkd.in/gZn2S44D

McLaren Vale was thrilled to host Phil Innes, Chandi Vigenski, CS, CSW, Michele Benedetti, Cong Cong Bo, Martina Larnach, Stuart Skea and Emma Symington MW in-region last week to experience the best of our glorious region! We❤️Grenache too!

MVGWTA is looking for a proactive, self-motivated wine trade marketer to join our dynamic team managing Events and Activations! The position is responsible for leading the region’s trade-oriented marketing activities, coordination of in-region events, media liaison, and industry famil programs. Responsibilities include:  - Grow value and equity in ‘Brand McLaren Vale’ through management of unique, high-quality trade marketing activations, in-region events, visits and activities for key markets.  - Manage development and execution of a full calendar of innovative activities and activations to enhance the value of the region as a source of both premium wines and exceptional tourism experiences and drive demand for these products. - Manage media liaison and relationships and develop targeted media-related activities and products. - Develop and maintain productive working relationships with large stakeholder networks across Members, government, media, industry and representative bodies. Please see the full Role Description and application details at:  https://lnkd.in/gy2jkGKV

We were honoured to invite Matt Walls to McLaren Vale earlier this year for a deep dive into McLaren Vale expressions of classic Rhône varieties, including of course our hero Shiraz. Matt expressed well the particular Mclaren Vale Shiraz style and identifiable velvetly mouthfeel, saying "It tends to be a warmer, riper expression than Adelaide Hills, but less dense and muscular than Barossa Valley. It’s stylistically more varied than both, thanks in part to its extraordinary diversity of soils. When it comes to Syrah therefore, rather than comparing McLaren Vale to a specific Rhône appellation it might be better compared to the southern Rhône more generally.... Neatly summarising the McLaren Vale style of Shiraz is tricky. Rather like the southern Rhône, some are big, bombastic, oaky, a bit old-fashioned. But at the other end of the scale there are bright, well-balanced examples with attractive combinations of fruits, spices, herbs and flowers. What they all share is a particular texture that’s best described as velvet." Cheers! https://lnkd.in/gZuytGFd

McLaren Vale made a splash at this year’s Great Wine Capitals Best Of Wine Tourism Awards, scooping up 3 of the 6 top awards. A huge round of applause to our winners: Beresford Wines (Accommodation), Dandelion Vineyards (Architecture & Landscape), and The McLaren Vale Distillery (Innovative Wine Tourism Experiences) Great Wine Capitals South Australian Wine Industry Association Australian Women in Wine Wine Australia Fleurieu Peninsula Tourism City of Onkaparinga

It's International Grenache Day and McLaren Vale is celebrating with the launch of our third annual Grenache & Gourmet festival! Over 30 events throughout the next two weeks will showcase why McLaren Vale is Australia's home of Grenache. Get in quick to secure tickets @ grenacheandgourmet.com.au Huge thank you to Premier Peter Malinauskas, his cabinet and the South Australian Tourism Commission for their ongoing support for the festival and our world class McLaren Vale wine region. https://lnkd.in/gerZrU-e

BREAKING - The results from the 2024 James Halliday Australian Chardonnay & Cabernet Challenge have just been announced, with Chapel Hill Winery's 2022 The MV Cabernet Sauvignon awarded Regional Winner, with notable 95 points.  The James Halliday Australian Chardonnay & Cabernet Challenge celebrates Australia's outstanding regional diversity of the world's most famous two grape varieties, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon.  In genuine regional collaboration, the Challenge is judged in alternate years between two of Australia’s most iconic wine regions, the Yarra Valley and Margaret River. This year, the judging took place last week on 28-29 August at the picturesque McHenry Hohnen winery in the Margaret River Region. Sending a huge congratulations to the entire team at Chapel Hill Winery.

An incredible achievement and worthy recognition for the team at Maxwell Wines. If you haven't had the pleasure of partaking in Chef Fabian Lehmann's stunning degustation, expertly paired with wines from the Maxwell cellar, then you should absolutely add it to your 'must-do' list. South Australian Tourism Commission Great Wine Capitals Wine Australia Brand South Australia Food South Australia Department of State Development Department of Primary Industries and Regions

Immerse yourself in an evening of world-class Grenache at the inaugural Grenache & Gourmet Dinner, marking the launch of the 2024 McLaren Vale Grenache & Gourmet Festival. This extraordinary experience will bring together some of the region's finest Grenache winemakers — celebrated globally for their excellence —with the talented culinary team of the iconic GEORGES on Waymouth for an intimate evening of world-class wines and exquisite gourmet dishes. Four courses, six acclaimed winemakers, and their exceptional wines, all come together for one unforgettable night of indulgence. South Australian Tourism Commission Brand South Australia Wine Australia South Australian Wine Industry Association Australian Grape & Wine Australian Women in Wine Department of Primary Industries and Regions