Fine wines along with fine times

Fine wines, fine times.

Fine wines along with fine times paints a vivid portrait of the Yorkshireman who has woven himself into South Australia’s thriving wine scene ahead of the 2025 Ashes cricket series. The feature centres on sixth-generation winemaker Bec Hardy and her partner, proud Yorkshireman Richard Dolan, who together run Bec Hardy Wines in McLaren Vale’s scenic Blewitt Springs. Against a backdrop of rolling vineyards, gum trees, and ocean-cooled breezes, the article explores the couple’s deep ties to both the historic Hardy winemaking legacy and Richards Yorkshire roots. It highlights their sustainable approach to viticulture, their celebrated wines served on Qantas business class, and the strong sense of community that reminds Dolan of home. As Ashes excitement builds - the piece blends cricket, culture, and craftsmanship into a warm celebration of identity, tradition, and the connection between Yorkshire and South Australia’s wine country.

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Credits to Renate Ruge & Andy Waterworth