Langhorne Creek is at the centre of one of Australia’s oldest wine growing
areas. Among the regional wineries is Bleasdale which has remained in the
same family since founder Frank Potts, planted 12 ha of shiraz and verdelho
vines in 1860. Amazingly, the original red gum press built by Potts to crush
his first grapes is still in working condition. Robust reds remain the signature
wine and the Creek has produced more fruit for winners of Australia’s
most coveted red wine award, the Jimmy Watson Trophy, than any other grape-growing
region.
Langhorne Creek is part of the Alexandrina Council which presides over 1826
sq klm of the Fleurieu Peninsula. It is a beautiful, scenic corner of South
Australia, embracing farmland, vineyards, hills, and the lower reaches of
the Murray River.
