As as winemaking business our mission is to produce and showcase the region’s fruit quality, varietal expression and natural diversity, particularly with Shiraz which is now well recognised as the top performing variety from McLaren Vale.
Our approach to viticulture and winemaking involves combining traditional, hands-on management, integrated and complimented by modern technology; we call this approach “back to the future”.
The vineyard site characteristics we target have soil profiles that allow us to perfectly control soil moisture content via irrigation, maximising fruit quality and intensity. We work with the concept of “terroir”, although we do not necessarily agree with the mystery that is often attached to the word. It can be complex but it is not magic. We consider “terroir” as the interaction between a vine, its environment and the impact of man’s management with the moisture balance of the soil being possibly the major influence.
Management techniques are varied to suit variety and style. Utilisation of techniques such as shoot thinning, leaf plucking and fruit thinning are employed to attain superior quality.
We continually strive to minimise inputs, sulphur dioxide is kept to an absolute minimum. Mastering of biodynamics and non-chemical weed control is ongoing.
In regard to winemaking, we have refined and narrowed our focus on oak, honing in on our preferred barrel suppliers. We’ve also reduced our toasting levels, limiting the oak footprint, and focusing more on what the vineyard has to offer in order to elevate the fruit profile of each wine.
Our focus is on small ferments/batches from each block within each vineyard, which has aided in better classification. As an example, our highly acclaimed Jones Block vineyard has 14 blocks over 50 acres, each undergoes a separate ferment. This approach gives us a better understanding of the characteristics of each vineyard and how each is evolving under our organic and biodynamic farming practices.
Cracker Barrels 🌹 spiced notes of cardamom and smoked paprika...
To marry with your next cheese platter!
https://paxtonwines.com/product/2019-cracker-barrels-shiraz-cabernet/
#mclarenvalewine #organicwine #biodynamicwine
Peek-a-boo! Warming reds to take the chill out of your autumn nights 🔥
Come visit us this weekend to stock up - the Cellar Door is heated!
#mclarenvalewine #organicwine #biodynamicwine
Queen of the Hive 🌹 Shiraz, Tempranillo and Grenache marrying in a silky symphony...
Ideal with BBQ seared meats or vegetables!
https://paxtonwines.com/product/2018-queen-of-the-hive/
#mclarenvalewine #organicwine #biodynamicwine
Photographed is Elizabeth Jean Paxton and her son David Paxton at her 100th birthday celebration ❤️
Free tastings for all mothers in our Cellar Door today - we hope you're enjoying celebrating the important women in your life!
#mclarenvalewine #organicwine #biodyanmicwine
EJ Shiraz 🌹 savoury fruit and silky tannins...
Our premium Shiraz, named after Elizabeth Jean Paxton (David Paxtons mother) is the ideal wine to be gifted to a special woman in your life on Sunday! The perfect accompaniment to a fireside evening.
https://paxtonwines.com/product/2018-ej-shiraz/
#mclarenvalewine #biodynamicwine #organicwine
Captured here is Elizabeth Jean Paxton, David Paxton's mother - our EJ Shiraz named after her ⭐
With mothers day on the horizon, EJ is the ideal gift! Follow this link to view our mothers day special on 6 bottles - she deserves only the best!
https://paxtonwines.com/product/2018-ej-shiraz-6-pack/
#mclarenvalewine #organicwine #biodynamicwine
Graciano 🌹 light lavender notes, with hints of baking spice!
Who's baking for mothers day?
https://paxtonwines.com/product/2020-graciano/
#mclarenvalewine #organicwine #biodynamicwine
Urban Wine Walk is off & running’ in Adelaide today at The Bar Next Door at Prohibition Liquor Co. Come taste with winemaker Ashleigh Seymour until 4pm. Great day for it! #organicwine #biodynamicwine #adelaidewine #mclarenvalewine #urbanwinewalk
Grenache 🌹 perfumed berries, as well as savoury spice for depth.
Hoorah - something that pairs well with spicy dishes!
https://paxtonwines.com/product/2020-grenache/
#mclarenvalewine #organicwine #biodynamicwine
Spot the bees paying us a visit at Landcross Farm - they are more than welcome 🐝
#mclarenvalewine #biodynamicwine #organicwine
Quandong Farm Shiraz 🌹 bright fresh cherries and blackberries, with a hint of vanilla spice!
Perfect to accompany duck dishes or fried tofu!
https://paxtonwines.com/product/2019-quandong-farm-shiraz/
#mclarenvalewine #organicwine #biodynamicwine
Our vineyards shedding their leaves in a sea of colour! A sight to behold 🍂
#mclarenvalewine #biodynamicwine #organicwine
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Cracker Barrels 🌹 spiced notes of cardamom and smoked paprika...
To marry with your next cheese platter!
https://paxtonwines.com/product/2019-cracker-barrels-shiraz-cabernet/
#mclarenvalewine #organicwine #biodynamicwine
Peek-a-boo! Warming reds to take the chill out of your autumn nights 🔥
Come visit us this weekend to stock up - the Cellar Door is heated!
#mclarenvalewine #organicwine #biodynamicwine
Queen of the Hive 🌹 Shiraz, Tempranillo and Grenache marrying in a silky symphony...
Ideal with BBQ seared meats or vegetables!
https://paxtonwines.com/product/2018-queen-of-the-hive/
#mclarenvalewine #organicwine #biodynamicwine
Photographed is Elizabeth Jean Paxton and her son David Paxton at her 100th birthday celebration ❤️
Free tastings for all mothers in our Cellar Door today - we hope you're enjoying celebrating the important women in your life!
#mclarenvalewine #organicwine #biodyanmicwine
EJ Shiraz 🌹 savoury fruit and silky tannins...
Our premium Shiraz, named after Elizabeth Jean Paxton (David Paxtons mother) is the ideal wine to be gifted to a special woman in your life on Sunday! The perfect accompaniment to a fireside evening.
https://paxtonwines.com/product/2018-ej-shiraz/
#mclarenvalewine #biodynamicwine #organicwine
Captured here is Elizabeth Jean Paxton, David Paxton's mother - our EJ Shiraz named after her ⭐
With mothers day on the horizon, EJ is the ideal gift! Follow this link to view our mothers day special on 6 bottles - she deserves only the best!
https://paxtonwines.com/product/2018-ej-shiraz-6-pack/
#mclarenvalewine #organicwine #biodynamicwine
Graciano 🌹 light lavender notes, with hints of baking spice!
Who's baking for mothers day?
https://paxtonwines.com/product/2020-graciano/
#mclarenvalewine #organicwine #biodynamicwine
Urban Wine Walk is off & running’ in Adelaide today at The Bar Next Door at Prohibition Liquor Co. Come taste with winemaker Ashleigh Seymour until 4pm. Great day for it! #organicwine #biodynamicwine #adelaidewine #mclarenvalewine #urbanwinewalk
Grenache 🌹 perfumed berries, as well as savoury spice for depth.
Hoorah - something that pairs well with spicy dishes!
https://paxtonwines.com/product/2020-grenache/
#mclarenvalewine #organicwine #biodynamicwine
Spot the bees paying us a visit at Landcross Farm - they are more than welcome 🐝
#mclarenvalewine #biodynamicwine #organicwine
Quandong Farm Shiraz 🌹 bright fresh cherries and blackberries, with a hint of vanilla spice!
Perfect to accompany duck dishes or fried tofu!
https://paxtonwines.com/product/2019-quandong-farm-shiraz/
#mclarenvalewine #organicwine #biodynamicwine
Our vineyards shedding their leaves in a sea of colour! A sight to behold 🍂
#mclarenvalewine #biodynamicwine #organicwine
