Little Brunswick Wine Co.

is a small-scale, community-minded winery in Victoria, Australia, founded by Alex and Rob. The company's philosophy is centered on minimal intervention, sustainable viticulture, and a deep respect for both the land and the history of Australian winemaking. They operate as a négociant, sourcing grapes from various vineyards across Western and Central Victoria to create wines that express a unique "sense of place" rather than just a single region.

Winemaking Philosophy & Methods

Little Brunswick's approach is a culmination of a passion for traditional winemaking with a modern, sustainable focus. Their methods are designed to produce authentic, handcrafted wines with minimal intervention.

• Vineyard Management: They work closely with growers who are committed to sustainable viticulture. The vineyards they source from are often rooted in old, distinct soils, and their focus is on revitalizing less common grape varieties.

• Harvest & Fermentation: Grapes are hand-picked and processed with as little manipulation as possible. The winemaking process is non-interventionist, relying on ambient yeasts for fermentation.

• Additives & Filtration: They follow a strict no-fining, no-filtration policy. Minimal sulfur is added, typically only at bottling, to ensure stability.

• Aging: Wines are aged in a variety of vessels, including seasoned French oak barrels and stainless steel. The choice of vessel is made to enhance the wine's character without overpowering the fruit or terroir. They also embrace techniques like whole-bunch pressing and extended lees contact to build texture and complexity.

Grapes & Wines

Little Brunswick Wine Co. is known for its diverse and experimental portfolio, often showcasing less conventional grape varieties and winemaking techniques.

• Chardonnay: Sourced from the Geelong region, their Chardonnay is often made with whole-bunch pressing and fermented in seasoned French oak to develop nutty, citrus, and flinty characteristics.

• Pinot Noir: Sourced from the Sunbury region, their Pinot Noir is a cool-climate expression, known for its vibrant red fruit and earthy notes.

• Greco: This is one of the more unique varieties they work with. Their Greco is made in a simple style, with fermentation in stainless steel, resulting in a fresh and textural white wine with notes of pineapple and custard apple.

• Grenache: Used for both still red and rosé wines, the Grenache highlights the potential of this variety in a cooler climate, producing a lighter-bodied, aromatic wine.

• Pét-Nat (Pétillant Naturel): They are also known for producing naturally sparkling wines, including a pét-nat from Moscato Giallo, which showcases a vibrant and complex style of sparkling wine.

• Other varieties: Little Brunswick also works with a range of other grapes, including Shiraz, Sémillon, and Touriga Nacional, often in creative blends or experimental projects that push the boundaries of Australian winemaking.