Presenting a series of Sunday's showcasing the stories from Wine, Beer & Spirits of the Fleurieu.

These are reproduced with permission from Soul Publishing and Rojina Duval.

These stories feature prominent farmers, fishermen, producers and chefs – from Port Noarlunga to Cape Jervis – along with their favourite recipes and tips.

Enjoy!

ANGOVE FAMILY WINEMAKERS

Founded in 1886 by Dr William Angove in the small town of Tea Tree Gully near Adelaide, Angove Family Winemakers is one of South Australia’s oldest family-owned wineries. “We’re a fifth-generation family company with a tradition of excellence,” says Victoria Angove.

Today, the Angove family calls the Fleurieu Peninsula’s McLaren Vale home. The business, committed to remaining privately owned and operated, is currently run by fifth-generation siblings Richard, Victoria and Sophie.

“Our family crafts a wide range of premium wines from vineyards across South Australia, with a focus on McLaren Vale, where our beautiful cellar door is located,” says Victoria.

Sophie is all about the sustainability: “We are super-passionate about certified organic viticulture,” she says. “We’ve grown grapes in South Australia since 1886, and we want to grow grapes with the most flavour possible.

If we have the healthiest soil possible, that is most likely to be the case.

“McLaren Vale is the best place in the world for growing grapes. The community, climate, geology and geography make for unrivalled sites for growing the kind of premium grapes that go on to make long- lived and flavourful wines,” she says.

“Working with family has its ups and downs,” laughs Richard, “but all our team members work hard together to make the best wines we can. Every season is different and the landscape is ever changing. The variability means there’s never a dull moment.”

CELLAR DOOR

“Less than one kilometre from the township of McLaren Vale, the family’s historic vineyard on Chalk Hill Road is exceptionally positioned and farmed organically.

“The Angove Cellar Door is nestled amongst the vines and from the stunning terrace you are literally sitting in the middle of the vineyard, with panoramic 180-degree views of McLaren Vale – a serene place to relax, unwind and discover the regional wines of McLaren Vale.”

PAIRING

“Our Warboys Vineyard Shiraz is a single-site shiraz sourced from 80-year-old vines which are certified organic and bio-dynamic. A cooler, south-facing slope delivers fruit with perfume, spice, and dark purple and red berries.

The wine is aromatic, lifted and fragrant, with classic McLaren Vale shiraz characters of pepper, spice, cherries and plums matched with dark chocolate and soft, silky-smooth tannins. Best served with slow-cooked, hearty lamb, beef or vegetarian casserole.” 

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