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Grant Burge is a fifth-generation winemaker from the Barossa Valley, with his family’s roots in grape growing dating back to the 1800s. Building on this legacy, Grant established his own label in 1988, quickly gaining a reputation for crafting generous, high-quality wines that reflect the region’s rich heritage. Under his leadership, Grant Burge Wines became internationally renowned, producing hundreds of thousands of cases annually and helping to shape the Australian wine industry. The brand is celebrated for its devotion to the land and its ethos of sharing and generosity.
History
Grant Burge’s winemaking heritage traces back to the late 1860s, when John Burge migrated from England to South Australia and began the family’s tradition in the Barossa Valley. The family’s involvement in winemaking continued through generations, with John’s grandson Percival establishing the Wilsford Winery near Lyndoch in 1928, focusing on fortified wines, which were typical for the era.
Grant Burge himself entered the wine industry in the late 1970s, initially partnering with Ian Wilson to acquire the Krondorf winery in 1978. After a period working in the corporate wine sector, Grant decided to establish his own label, founding Grant Burge Wines in the Barossa Valley. He expanded his vineyard holdings despite industry skepticism, believing in the long-term value of quality vineyards. By 1993, he acquired the Illaparra winery, and Grant Burge Wines grew into an internationally recognized brand, producing hundreds of thousands of cases annually.
Terroir
Grant Burge’s terroir is rooted in the southern Barossa Valley, where the vineyards sit at elevations of 200–250 meters above sea level. The soils are predominantly rich, deep, red-brown alluvial types, which are particularly well-suited to producing robust red wines. This soil composition encourages the development of red berry fruit characters in the wines, rather than the heavier, plummy notes found in other parts of the Barossa.
The climate features cold, wet winters and generous spring rains, followed by warm summers and autumns. This combination allows the vines to thrive, with balanced canopies and less stress, resulting in fruit that is both ripe and aromatic. The southern Barossa’s slightly milder conditions, compared to the northern areas, contribute to wines that are medium to full-bodied, generous, and aromatic, reflecting both the richness of the land and the careful stewardship of the Burge family over generations.