Recognition from Robert Parker Wine Advocate
E. J. McDougall, Fine Wines of Australia, is proud to have three of its distinguished wines featured in Erin Larkin’s “Australia and New Zealand: The Best of the 2025 New Releases” for Robert Parker Wine Advocate.
The recognition highlights E. J. McDougall’s philosophy of working with exceptional vineyards and crafting fine wines that express the character of their Australian origins. Among the wines are old-vine Shiraz and Grenache from McLaren Vale, including vineyards dating back to 1939, alongside a single-vineyard Chardonnay from Margaret River.
Larkin describes the E. J. McDougall range as “super-premium single-vineyard wines”, noting their ability to capture the character of old vineyards through refined winemaking and seasoned French oak.
“The suite of super-premium single-vineyard wines under his eponymous label are brilliantly eloquent wines that harness the old vineyards in McLaren Vale and Margaret River.”
— Erin Larkin, Robert Parker Wine Advocate
The 2025 Releases and Scores
| Wine | Robert Parker Wine Advocate |
|---|
| 2023 E. J. McDougall McLaren Vale Old Vine Shiraz | 95 points |
| 2023 E. J. McDougall McLaren Vale Old Vine Grenache | 96 points |
| 2024 E. J. McDougall Margaret River Single Vineyard Chardonnay | 95 points |
The wines are scheduled for release throughout 2025, offering collectors and fine-wine enthusiasts the opportunity to secure limited quantities from the new vintage.
A Philosophy Built on Vineyard, Place and Precision
For proprietor and oenologist Edward McDougall, the recognition is a reflection of a long-term commitment to Australian vineyard character.
“We are deeply honoured to receive recognition from Robert Parker Wine Advocate,” says McDougall. “Our ambition is to craft wines that are both refined and expressive, and we are delighted to see that commitment acknowledged.”
The wines are made with a focus on old vineyards, single-site expression and restrained élevage, allowing fruit, structure and provenance to remain at the centre of each wine.
For collectors seeking Fine Wines of Australia, E. J. McDougall represents a distinctive approach to luxury Australian wine—small-production wines shaped by vineyard heritage, careful winemaking and a clear sense of place.
Featured Wines
2023 McLaren Vale Old Vine Shiraz — 95 points
A limited-production Shiraz from historic McLaren Vale vineyards, offering the depth, structure and ageing potential expected from old-vine fruit.
2023 McLaren Vale Old Vine Grenache — 96 points
A refined expression of old-vine Grenache, combining concentration with elegance and demonstrating the variety’s potential in McLaren Vale.
2024 Margaret River Single Vineyard Chardonnay — 95 points
A site-driven Chardonnay reflecting the cool-climate character and precision of Margaret River.
For Wine Collectors and Connoisseurs
Recognition from Robert Parker Wine Advocate adds an important independent perspective to the growing reputation of E. J. McDougall’s fine Australian wines.
For collectors, these wines offer more than high scores: they represent limited-production expressions of historic vineyards and the vision of a global winemaker dedicated to showcasing Australia’s finest terroirs.
Discover E. J. McDougall Fine Wines of Australia and request an allocation at ejmcdougall.com.
