Spotlight Australia - Recent arrivals from Juxtaposed Wines & DogRidge

Aug 15

We have some recently landed wines from two of our favourite Australian producers, both centered in stunning McLaren Vale. We've also created a limited edition Mixed Case Wizards of Oz, with 3 selections each from Juxtaposed and DogRidge for you to enjoy.

Juxtaposed Wines

Juxtaposed is a collaborative trio of wine-driven mates. Viticulturist Peter Bolte, veteran of more than 40 vintages in McLaren Vale, grower Peter Sommerville, and Canadian winemaker and research scientist Wes Pearson finalized the partnership and formed the winery on a handshake in 2010.

Since then, they have slowly grown their garagiste operation into a small working winery. Through Juxtaposed, they explore low-intervention, free-form, terroir-driven wines. With their striking labels, pop culture names, and fresh, detailed focus, Juxtaposed is one of the leading new wave Australia producers.

DogRidge

Family owned and operated, DogRidge farms 56 hectares of vineyards at the base of The Range, overlooking McLaren Vale. DogRidge, an old vigorous rootstock no longer used in modern viticulture, was an apt name for the family’s property, reflecting their love for their Curly Coated Retrievers.

Their sustainably farmed vineyards are home to some of the oldest vines in McLaren Vale, with 80+ year old Shiraz, Grenache and Cabernet Sauvignon growing on their McLaren Flat site. A variety of soil types and exposures allow them ample opportunity for small block blends and terroir-driven wines. They've done the aging for you, releasing these impressive wines when ready to enjoy.

Most of our producers are small, independently owned and operated businesses, like ours. You can view our complete portfolio here. Thank you for letting us share these producers and wines with you.

Cheers,