McLaren Vale Wines

Ochota Barrels' top Grenache; on skins for 201 days. Ten dozen made.

Rob Mack is the king of McLaren Vale Grenache, but this Blewitt Springs Chenin proves he’s just as handy with textural, bone-dry whites.

Brad Hickey aka Brash Higgins is at it again, with this delicious rendition of Shiraz from his organically farmed Omensetter vineyard.

Beautifully balanced, flavour-packed Grenache blend from a McLaren Vale winemaking cult hero!

A chillable example of Brash's juicy varietal Cinsault.

A textural, site-driven Chenin from the sandy soils of Blewitt Springs.

Oliver's Taranga once again ahead of the curve with this juicy, generous Spanish-inspired McLaren Vale Mencia!

Perhaps Australia's best value and most consistent no-added preservative wine - a lively McLaren Vale Shiraz.

Juicy, flavour-packed and authentic Sangiovese. Dangerously drinkable!

A landmark release from Steve Pannell’s Blewitt Springs vineyard – pure, perfumed Grenache that confirms Little Branch as one of the country’s most exciting new projects.

The second-last release from Steve Pannell’s beloved old-vine Plaisted vineyard – a graceful, red-fruited Grenache that captures both history and the quiet confidence of a master at work.

A light-hearted McLaren Vale blend from 80 year old vines.

Classic McLaren Vale Shiraz done the S.C. Pannell way – generous fruit, easy charm and a genuine sense of place.

The first release of a Grenache from Jericho's newly acquired Blewitt Springs vineyard.

A skin-fermented, tropical and floral wine built for smashing in the sun.

Superb value McLaren Vale Grenache from a producer massively on the up and up.

A perpetual favourite here at DD, the Bondar Rosé is an excellent example of modern, dry, Australian Rosé.

Nervy, crunchy, almost Pinot-esque version of Grenache from Ochota Barrels.

A supple, fruit-forward blend of Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro from old McLaren Vale vines, balancing bright fruit with just the right amount of structure.

Pre-phylloxera Cabernet from 1930s vines, built on ironstone and built to last.

The most mineral, structured, and age-worthy Grenache in the Clarendon Hills stable.

Perfumed, vibrant Grenache that punches well above its weight for the price and offers a great value look at this iconic McLaren Vale producer.

High-altitude Syrah from Clarendon Hills with polish, energy, and a clear sense of place.

A fresh, free-spirited take on Shiraz that’s all about drinkability, not density.

A vibrant, full-bodied Grenache packed with ripe berry intensity and soft tannins, offering exceptional drinkability from premium South Australian vineyards.

The McLaren Vale rendition from Mark Bulman's duo of Grenache releases. 96 points Campbell Mattinson.

Let the good times roll with this cracking McLaren Vale Grenache.

Stunning small-batch Grenache and probably the most sought-after wine in the brilliant Yangarra stable.

Benchmark small-batch Roussanne raised in ceramic eggs. Wildly creative and wildly delicious.

A southern-Rhone inspired blend of white varieties, with 60% skin contact and fermentation / maturation in ceramic eggs. Deliciously thought-provoking.

Arguably Australia's finest Grenache, from a modern superstar producer. Absolutely world-class.

Cabernet Sauvignon but not as you know it. This is bright, juicy and oh so smashable.

Old vines, bright fruit and a bit of winemaking flair come together for a seriously tasty, no-nonsense Grenache that just begs to be shared.

A museum release of one of the finest Shiraz vineyards in the country.

Premium Cabernet Sauvignon from one of the great vineyards of McLaren Vale.

Pitch-perfect, slurpy Nero d'Avola from the Lloyd family. Another successful foray into Italian varieties for Coriole.