A coastal enclave south of Adelaide with ocean temperatures modifying the flavours. Exceptional Cabernet while Shiraz becomes a foil to the dominance of the Barossa. Mediterranean white varieties are now shining. A world class district.

  • Roxton McLaren Vale Shiraz 2021

    $14.60

    Ninety minutes of pleasant driving across the Adelaide Hills links McLaren Vale with the Barossa Valley, the two most important districts within the Adelaidean Mount Lofty range. This Roxton is a fine example of the McLaren Vale style and a nice foil to our Karrawirra Barossa reds.

  • The Regions McLaren Vale Shiraz 2022

    $14.50

    McLaren Vale Shiraz shaped by the cooling influence of the nearby ocean, where maritime freshness meets inland heat. The 2022 vintage delivers a rich, powerful style at 15.3% alcohol. A big wine that shows why McLaren Vale stands alongside Australia’s great coastal regions.

  • Hopcroft & Cornock McLaren Vale Shiraz 2021

    $14.80

    McLaren Vale Shiraz offers a fascinating contrast to the Barossa. A warm-climate wine shaped by coastal influence, delivering richness with a distinctive edge. Its unique geography creates wines that are both generous and complex, making it a region worth returning to again and again.

  • Oakley Adams McLaren Vale Malbec 2023

    $12.80

    A McLaren Vale Malbec chosen for one simple reason: outstanding flavour for the price. Often used in blends, Malbec shines here on its own, delivering richness and character that proves variety matters less than good wine at the right value. Different, impressive, and bottled exactly as we found it.

  • Hopcroft & Cornock McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

    $14.80

    Generous and full-flavoured, this McLaren Vale Cabernet balances warm-climate richness with subtle coastal freshness for a deeply enjoyable glass.

  • Hopcroft & Cornock McLaren Vale Merlot 2023

    $14.80

    Fashion moved on from Merlot, leaving smart buyers with wines like this.  A rich, full McLaren Vale red delivering Cabernet-level satisfaction at remarkable value.

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When Can You Expect Delivery

The last despatch day from the Barossa Valley will be the 22nd December. Delivery via the couriers will be variable and may be early January.

Glug will reopen on Monday the 5th January.

There will be no emails until my regular Monday letter arrives on Monday the 5th January.

Regards

David Farmer