Best of the best

Published on 11 August 2020

Four McLaren Vale region wineries have been honoured in the prestigious Halliday Wine Companion Awards, including the country’s “Best New Winery” award for Varney Wines.

Varney Wines was established in 2019 by winemaker Alan Varney and wife Kathrin, alongside their restaurant, Victor’s Place, at the gateway to McLaren Vale on Victor Harbor Road, Old Noarlunga.

Alan paid tribute to “the amazing people” around them following the national win.

“This is truly an honour,” Alan said.

“This award could not have been possible without the amazing people around us.

“A heartfelt thanks to our Sales and Marketing Manager Genevieve Ticehurst, Executive Chef Chris Bone and everyone from our team who has contributed to this.

“Kathrin and I are truly humbled, and we wish to thank all of our supporters, growers, collaborators, friends, and family for all the help we have received since we started chasing our dream.

Great things happen when you surround yourself with amazing people.”

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