2022 Maxwell Nero d'Avola McLaren Vale South Australia

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Maxwell Wines, established in 1979 by Mark Maxwell, is a family-owned winery, meadery, and restaurant located in McLaren Vale, South Australia. Built into a limestone hill, the estate celebrates the region’s Mediterranean climate through a diverse range of varieties grown on its own vineyards, including classic McLaren Vale Shiraz and Grenache alongside Italian varieties such as Nero d’Avola. Well suited to the region’s warm, sunny conditions, Nero d’Avola thrives in McLaren Vale and has become a standout expression of the estate. Maxwell’s Nero d’Avola reflects a balance of Old World heritage and New World fruit purity, displaying vibrant aromas and flavors of red cherry, pomegranate, and bramble fruit. Bright acidity and soft, savoury tannins make the wine both food-friendly and enjoyable on its own. Winemaking typically incorporates a combination of neutral oak and stainless steel, preserving fresh fruit character while adding subtle texture and structure A jewel of Sicilian viticulture, the variety feels right at home in McLaren Vale, where it balances freshness with generous fruit intensity.