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McLaren Vale Varieties

Notable for producing Shiraz, the grape is by far the most important variety for the region, accounting for about 50% of the total crush. The area’s thin soils, limited water, and warm summers harness Shiraz’s natural vigor and produce intense flavored fruit, and wine with a deep purple color that can last decades in the bottle. Continue reading

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A Goblet of Wine a Day Keeps the Doc Away

Drinking of wine has been long associated with health benefits that cannot be had by any other alcoholic . Beer causes all types of health problems and is just terrible news for your liver and your gut. Brandy is certainly no better, but wine, wine is the exact opposite. It will essentially defend you from several of the infirmities that you are prone to. Continue reading

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