Curious Small Sips #11: Langhorne Creek.
The name ‘Langhorne Creek’ comes from Alfred Langhorne, a cattle drover, who brought animals overland to a property known as ‘Langhorne’s Station’ during the 1840′s.
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Sweetening the Pott – Bleasdale’s Legacy Wines & the Draw of Langhorne Creek
Boat builder Frank Potts already had a wealth of maritime experience under his belt when he emigrated from England to Port Adelaide, South Australia.
Curious Small Sips #8: Shiraz
Shiraz is the Australian name of the Syrah grape which orginated in the Rhône valley, in east-central France. From the early 19th century Shiraz (known back then also as Scyras, Syrah or Hermitage) was the dominant red variety in Australia.