Ochota Barrels

Ochota Barrels is one of the most cherished names in Australian natural wine, born from the late Taras Ochota’s vision and carried forward with heart by Amber, Yari, and Louis. Their wines remain a tribute to his intuitive, soulful approach to winemaking.

Ochota Barrels

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2025 'Fugazi' Grenache
2025 'Fugazi' Grenache
Price: $48.00 $43.20 in any 6
Ochota Barrels
2025 'Fugazi' Grenache
2025 'The Green Room' Grenache
2025 'The Green Room' Grenache
Price: $40.00 $36.00 in any 6
Ochota Barrels
2025 'The Green Room' Grenache
Ochota Barrels

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Ochota Barrels

Working with organically farmed vineyards across the Adelaide Hills and McLaren Vale, the Ochota family focuses on fruit picked at natural balance: when the grapes taste so good in the vineyard you can’t stop eating them. Wild fermentations and gentle handling allow the wines to evolve with minimal interference, keeping the character of each site front and centre.

The results are natural wines that hum with energy and texture: bright natural acidity, nervy tension and a sense of place that feels both vivid and effortless in the glass.

WHY WE LOVE THESE WINES

  • Family-run estate honouring Taras Ochota’s original vision with every vintage.
  • Organically farmed Adelaide Hills vineyards rooted in living, expressive soils.
  • Vibrant, textural wines that are effortlessly drinkable and made to be shared.

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Frequently asked questions about Ochota Barrels

What makes Ochota Barrels wines special?

Ochota Barrels wines are selected for their quality, personality and sense of place. We focus on producers whose wines feel distinctive, carefully made and genuinely enjoyable to drink.

How are these wines made?

Ochota Barrels follows a thoughtful, low-intervention approach to winemaking. The focus is on healthy vineyards, careful farming, hand-harvested fruit, wild yeast fermentations and avoiding unnecessary additions or manipulation in the winery. Rather than chasing a particular style, the aim is to produce wines that honestly reflect the vineyard, the season and the winemaker's intent.

Which Ochota Barrels wine should I start with?

If you're new to Ochota Barrels, start with the bottle that best matches the style you already enjoy. If you're unsure, get in touch and we'll happily point you toward the best place to begin.

Are these wines good for gifting?

Absolutely. Ochota Barrels makes an excellent gift for anyone who enjoys discovering thoughtful, small-batch wines. Add a greeting card at checkout and we'll make sure no pricing information is included in the parcel.

How should I store and serve these wines?

Store bottles somewhere cool, dark and stable. Serve whites, sparkling and lighter reds chilled, and give fuller reds a gentle cool-down rather than serving them too warm.

Do you ship Australia-wide?

Yes. We ship Australia-wide, with free delivery on orders over $149. Most orders arrive within 5 business days.

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Fast dispatch

Same-day or next business day dispatch.

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Personally curated

Selected because we'd happily drink it ourselves.

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Melbourne store

Visit us in Southbank or enjoy Australia-wide delivery.

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Love it guarantee

If something isn't right, we'll always work to make it right.