Battle of Bosworth is a family-owned McLaren Vale winery producing certified organic wines from vineyards around Willunga, South Australia. The range includes Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and the popular Puritan preservative-free Shiraz. Learn more.

Battle of Bosworth – Certified Organic McLaren Vale Wines

Battle of Bosworth is based near Willunga in the southern foothills of McLaren Vale. The Bosworth family has a long history of grape growing in the district, with the modern estate developing from vineyards established by Peter and Anthea Bosworth in the 1970s. Joch Bosworth took over vineyard management in 1995 and began converting the property to organic viticulture.

Today, Battle of Bosworth is a family-owned winery run by Joch Bosworth and Louise Hemsley-Smith. The vineyards are certified organic, with farming practices that avoid synthetic herbicides, pesticides, growth regulators and fertilisers.

Organic Viticulture in McLaren Vale

Organic farming has been central to Battle of Bosworth since Joch began converting the family vineyards in 1995. The winery was an early adopter of certified organic viticulture in McLaren Vale and continues to focus on soil health, biodiversity and reducing unnecessary inputs in both the vineyard and winery.

One of the best-known features of the vineyard is the use of soursob, the small yellow flowering plant that also appears on the Battle of Bosworth label. Rather than removing it with herbicide, the winery allows soursob to grow through winter before it dies back naturally in spring, helping suppress competing weeds and forming a natural ground cover.

The vineyards produce a broad selection of varieties including Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Viognier and Mourvèdre, giving the winery considerable scope to produce both traditional McLaren Vale styles and more contemporary wines.

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Why We Love Battle of Bosworth Wines

Battle of Bosworth combines long-established McLaren Vale vineyards with a clear commitment to certified organic farming. The wines are well defined by variety and region, with a strong range across both reds and whites.

Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon remain important parts of the range, reflecting the depth and structure associated with McLaren Vale, while Chardonnay and Pinot Noir provide lighter alternatives. The Dissident Skin Contact Field Blend also adds a more contemporary style to the range.

For customers looking for preservative free wine, the Battle of Bosworth Puritan Shiraz is particularly important. It is certified organic, vegan suitable and made without added preservative, with a fresh, fruit-driven style designed to be enjoyed young.

After stocking Battle of Bosworth for many years, we value the consistency of the wines and the clear focus on organic viticulture. The range covers everyday drinking as well as more serious McLaren Vale styles, without losing sight of regional character.

Battle of Bosworth Wine FAQs

Is Battle of Bosworth certified organic?

Yes. Battle of Bosworth produces certified organic wine from its McLaren Vale vineyards near Willunga. Organic conversion began in 1995, with the vineyards subsequently achieving certification.

Where is Battle of Bosworth winery?

Battle of Bosworth is located near Willunga in the southern part of the McLaren Vale wine region in South Australia. The winery and cellar door are surrounded by the family’s organic vineyards.

Who owns Battle of Bosworth?

Battle of Bosworth is family owned and operated by Joch Bosworth and Louise Hemsley-Smith. Joch grew up working in the family vineyards before taking over their management in 1995.

What is the yellow flower on the Battle of Bosworth label?

The yellow flower is soursob, or Oxalis pes-caprae. It grows naturally in the vineyard and is used as part of Battle of Bosworth’s organic approach to weed management.

Does Battle of Bosworth make preservative-free wine?

Yes. Battle of Bosworth Puritan Shiraz is made without added preservative or sulphur dioxide. It is also certified organic and vegan suitable.

Are Battle of Bosworth wines vegan?

Many Battle of Bosworth wines are vegan suitable. The winery states that it produces vegan and preservative-free wines wherever possible, and individual product pages identify the relevant attributes for each wine.

What wines does Battle of Bosworth make?

The range includes Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and other varieties, together with more contemporary styles such as skin-contact wine and the preservative-free Puritan Shiraz.

What is Battle of Bosworth best known for?

Battle of Bosworth is particularly known for certified organic McLaren Vale wines, especially Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, and for its long-standing commitment to organic viticulture.

Who will love Battle of Bosworth wines?

Battle of Bosworth is a good choice for wine drinkers looking for certified organic McLaren Vale wines with clear varietal character, along with options for vegan and preservative-free wine drinkers.