E. J. McDougall Recognised by The Vintage Journal

E. J. McDougall has been featured in Andrew Caillard MW’s The Vintage Journal, with three McDougall wines receiving outstanding reviews: 97 points for the 2024 Margaret River Chardonnay, 96 points for the 2023 McLaren Vale Grenache, and 94 points for the 2023 Old Vine Shiraz.

E. J. McDougall is honoured to be featured in Andrew Caillard MW’s recent article in The Vintage Journal, which recognises our approach to fine Australian wine and reviews three of our latest releases.

Andrew’s thoughtful assessment is a meaningful acknowledgement of the craftsmanship, provenance and attention to detail behind each vintage.

Exceptional Reviews from The Vintage Journal

The 2024 E. J. McDougall Chardonnay from Margaret River received an outstanding 97 points, praised for its classical character, richness, creamy texture and vibrant acidity, with layers of grapefruit, nectarine and yellow peach.

Our 2023 E. J. McDougall Grenache from McLaren Vale earned 96 points, with Andrew highlighting its fresh strawberry and red cherry character, supple structure, viscosity and long, distinctive finish.

The 2023 E. J. McDougall Old Vine Shiraz from McLaren Vale received 94 points, recognised for its concentrated choco-berry fruit, black olive notes, fleshy palate and refined, claret-like finish.

A Recognition of Fine Australian Wine

For E. J. McDougall, these reviews represent more than scores. They reflect our continued commitment to producing fine wines of Australia that express their origins while offering depth, character and longevity for collectors and wine connoisseurs.

We sincerely thank Andrew Caillard MW and The Vintage Journal for recognising our journey and for the thoughtful consideration given to our wines.

As we look towards each new vintage, we remain committed to pursuing excellence, preserving provenance and showcasing the potential of Australia's finest vineyards.

Explore the full feature: https://vintagejournal.co/stories/ej-mcdougall

FAQs

Who featured E. J. McDougall in The Vintage Journal?

E. J. McDougall was featured in The Vintage Journal by Andrew Caillard MW, who reviewed three recent E. J. McDougall releases from Margaret River and McLaren Vale.

What score did the 2024 E. J. McDougall Chardonnay receive?

The 2024 E. J. McDougall Chardonnay from Margaret River received 97 points from Andrew Caillard MW. It was praised for its classical character, rich and creamy texture, stone-fruit flavours and fresh, persistent acidity.

What score did the 2023 E. J. McDougall Grenache receive?

The 2023 E. J. McDougall Grenache from McLaren Vale received 96 points. The review highlighted its strawberry and red cherry aromas, supple structure, viscosity, and long, distinctive finish.

What score did the 2023 E. J. McDougall Old Vine Shiraz receive?

The 2023 E. J. McDougall Old Vine Shiraz from McLaren Vale received 94 points. Andrew Caillard MW noted its concentrated fruit, black olive character, fleshy palate, and claret-like finish.

Which Australian wine regions are represented in the review?

The reviewed wines come from two important Australian wine regions: Margaret River in Western Australia, represented by the 2024 Chardonnay, and McLaren Vale in South Australia, represented by the 2023 Grenache and Old Vine Shiraz.

Why is recognition from Andrew Caillard MW significant?

Andrew Caillard MW is a respected Australian wine writer, Master of Wine and wine authority. His assessment provides an independent perspective on the quality, style and character of E. J. McDougall's wines.

Are these E. J. McDougall wines suitable for collectors?

The reviewed wines may appeal to wine collectors and connoisseurs seeking distinctive Australian fine wines, particularly those interested in Margaret River Chardonnay and McLaren Vale Grenache and Shiraz. Collectors should consider vintage, provenance, storage conditions, and availability when assessing a wine for their cellar.

Where can I read the full E. J. McDougall feature?

The full feature by Andrew Caillard MW is available in The Vintage Journal: https://vintagejournal.co/stories/ej-mcdougall