South Australia is considered the centre of a surging Australian wine industry in the New World. It is home to more than 200 cellar doors and a number of wine regions around the City of Adelaide, the wine capital of Australia. South Australia features several unique wine regions, most of the time occurring in clusters and sharing the same characteristics. South Australian wine is a popular choice for people who buy wine online in Australia because of the distinct blends the region has to offer.
Despite being one of the largest and most active wine regions in the country, South Australia remains free from phylloxera. Phylloxera is a very tiny but dangerous insect that has caused a huge blow in the wine industry not only in Australia but also in other parts of the world.
South Australia Wine Regions
Adelaide and Adelaide Plains flaunt renowned state-of-the-art cellar doors that house a variety of excellent wines. Adelaide is also home to the National Wine Centre of Australia. Rolling terrains and breathtaking sights fill the magnificent Adelaide Hills. Certainly a great place to enjoy the beauty of nature.
Neighbouring Barossa Valley and Eden Valley boast a long winemaking tradition and the best Shiraz and Riesling in Australia respectively.
Clare Valley’s unique Riesling blend is also a must try for wine experts and beginners alike.
Fleurieu Peninsula is home to McLaren Vale, Langhorne Creek, Currency Creek and Southern Fleurieu wine regions and an exciting line-up of cellar doors that are definitely worth visiting.
Finest cellar doors and amazing liquor distilleries make up the Kangaroo Island identity for delicious alcoholic beverages.
Limestone Coast is endowed with a special type of soil called terra rossa. Coonawarra, Mount Benson, Padthaway and Wrattonbully are the wine regions found in Limestone Coast.
Riverland is home to popular and well-loved wineries situated by the iconic Murray River.
Southern Flinders Ranges wine region features the most exciting blends and mixes in Australia that you will surely enjoy.
The year 2015 wasaction-packed with 365 days of fun and enjoyment especially when it comes to celebrating wine festivals. Four wine events you should definitely watch out for in South Australia are the following:
McLaren Vale BankSA Sea and Vines Festival is a much awaited eventthat runs from June 5-8. It is four-day long and full of celebrations.
Winter Reds Cellar Door Weekend will bring you warmth for the long and cold winter with cellar doors providing wine enthusiasts with a nice open fire, comforting food and wines.
Langhorne Creek Cellar Treasures Weekend will take you back to the amazing past with museum wines and old vintages that are certified favourites.
Joining the Barossa Gourmet Weekend is perfect way to warm your winter up with the region’s best tasting wines, good food and soothing live music.
