Red Ochre
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed within 1–5 years of vintage release to appreciate its vibrant fruit character.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Barbecued pork ribs, wood-fired pepperoni pizza, grilled beef burgers
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Named after the distinctive iron-rich, red-colored clay soils found throughout South Australia, d'Arenberg's Red Ochre is an approachable, vibrant red blend that captures the sun-drenched warmth of the region. This wine pays homage to the ancient geology of McLaren Vale and the surrounding areas, where ochre has been used for thousands of years in traditional Aboriginal art. Crafted using traditional d'Arenberg methods, including gentle basket pressing, this blend of Shiraz and Grenache is designed to be fruit-forward, soft, and immediately appealing. It showcases bright red berry fruits, subtle spice, and a smooth, earthy undertone that reflects its namesake soils.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1912 by Joseph Osborn in the heart of McLaren Vale, South Australia, d'Arenberg is a historic, family-owned winery currently guided by fourth-generation winemaker Chester Osborn. Renowned for its traditional, hands-on approach, the estate utilizes very old basket presses and practices foot-treading for all its red wines, maintaining a steadfast commitment to organic and biodynamic viticulture. The winery is celebrated for its highly characterful, complex wines with distinctive, quirky names, most notably its flagship 'The Dead Arm' Shiraz, alongside exceptional Grenache and Rhône-style blends. Today, the estate seamlessly blends its rich heritage with avant-garde innovation, epitomized by the iconic d'Arenberg Cube visitor center rising above the ancient vines.