White Ochre
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Typically best enjoyed within 1-3 years of vintage release.
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Fresh seafood platters, grilled white fish, salt and pepper squid
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d'Arenberg's 'White Ochre' is a vibrant, fruit-driven white blend that celebrates the diverse soils of South Australia. The name 'Ochre' pays homage to the colorful, iron-rich clay soils found throughout the McLaren Vale region, which have been used for thousands of years by Indigenous Australians for ceremonial body paint and art. This wine is crafted to showcase a fresh, aromatic, and highly approachable style, typically blending Chenin Blanc and Riesling. The grapes are gently pressed and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the bright, primary fruit characters and zesty acidity. It represents d'Arenberg's knack for creating highly drinkable, characterful wines that punch well above their weight, offering a lively expression of South Australian sunshine in a glass.
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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.