Introducing Mclaren Vale Wine Region
Infiltrated by worshippers of the gourmet gods, McLaren Vale (37km from Adelaide) has plenty of ways to delight the senses. Most of the 48 wineries with cellar-door sales are within a few minutes’ drive or satisfying bike ride from the town centre. The area is particularly well suited to red wines.
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McLaren Vale & Fleurieu visitor centre (08-8323 9944; www.mclarenvale.info; Main Rd; 9am-5pm) is at the northern end of McLaren Vale. Families should pick up the ‘Fun for Kids’ brochure which lists playgrounds and child-friendly restaurants in the area. For internet access, try McLaren Vale Video (165 Main Rd; per hr $5; 11am-8.30pm Sun-Thu, 11am-9.30pm Fri & Sat).
McLaren Vale’s main events are its Wine Bushing Festival (late October or early November) and Sea and the Vines Festival (June long weekend).
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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