The McLaren Vale wine region in South Australia is renowned for its exceptional wines and vibrant spirits tasting experiences. Notable distilleries in the area include Angove Family Winemakers, offering top-drawer brandies like a 15-year-old and a 20-year-old XO Imperial Blend. Settlers Artisan Spirits, located in McLaren Vale, provides tastings of locally-made gins, whisky, rum, vodka, and liqueurs. Neat Spirits is a small distillery known for its refreshingly different gins, vodkas, and cocktails, such as the summery burst of flavor in their Sunshine Citrus Gin.
In addition to these distilleries, the McLaren Vale wine region boasts over 80 wineries, offering unique wine tasting experiences. Known for its big Shirazes, fruity Cabernet Sauvignons, and full-bodied Chardonnays, the region provides a laid-back atmosphere and welcoming winemakers. McLaren Vale is an ideal destination for travelers seeking to explore a variety of spirits and wines in a picturesque setting.