The Big Church Block Bottle
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Unknown
Year Built
Address
Wirra Wirra Winery, McMurtrie Road, McLaren Vale, SA 5171
The Lowdown
The Big Church Block Bottle rises above the vines at Wirra Wirra winery in McLaren Vale, celebrating one of South Australia's most iconic wine labels. This oversized bottle pays tribute to Church Block, Wirra Wirra's best-selling red blend that has been a favourite with Australian wine lovers for decades. Named after the block of vines planted near an old church, this wine represents the McLaren Vale tradition of quality winemaking that dates back to the 1800s. The Big Bottle is a landmark for wine lovers touring this celebrated wine region, just 45 minutes south of Adelaide.
Did you know?
"McLaren Vale has over 80 cellar doors"
History
Wirra Wirra was established in 1894 by Robert Strangways Wigley and revived in 1969 by cousins Greg Trott and Roger Harbord. Church Block, named after a vineyard near the local church, became one of Australia's best-selling premium reds. The wine is a Bordeaux-style blend of cabernet sauvignon, shiraz, and merlot, crafted to be approachable and food-friendly. McLaren Vale has been producing wine since the 1840s and remains one of Australia's premier wine regions, known for its shiraz, grenache, and Italian varieties. The Big Bottle celebrates this winemaking heritage.
More Fun Facts
- •Wirra Wirra was founded in 1894
- •Church Block is one of Australia's best-selling premium reds
- •McLaren Vale has over 80 cellar doors
- •The region is famous for shiraz and grenache
- •McLaren Vale is just 45 minutes from Adelaide
Visiting Tips
- 💡Book a tasting at Wirra Wirra's cellar door
- 💡McLaren Vale has excellent restaurants to pair with local wine
- 💡The d'Arenberg Cube is another architectural attraction nearby
- 💡Combine with a visit to nearby beaches on the Fleurieu Peninsula
Opening Hours
Located at Wirra Wirra winery. Check cellar door hours.
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