The Alpha Box & Dice Blood of Jupiter is a pure expression of Sangiovese from McLaren Vale, crafted with energy, character and a modern Australian twist. For the first time in recent history, this cult wine is made as a 100% single-vineyard Sangiovese, showcasing both varietal precision and regional personality.

Meet the Producer

Alpha Box & Dice (AB&D) is a bold and experimental winery from South Australia, renowned for its eye-catching labels and adventurous spirit. Founded by a passionate and slightly unconventional trio, AB&D creates wines that honour European traditions while embracing creativity and innovation in every bottle.

Production

The fruit is sourced from the Paxton ‘Gateway Vineyard’, planted in 2005 in McLaren Vale’s sandy-loam soils over limestone calcrete. Grapes are hand-harvested, destemmed (with rollers out to preserve whole berries), and fermented with wild yeasts for 10 days on skins until dry. The wine then matures for 12 months on full lees in French barriques (35% new), followed by another 12 months ageing in cask for complexity and balance.

Tasting Notes

Expect aromas of Morello cherries, blood orange, dark chocolate, warm spices and dusty earth. The palate is soft yet full, with juicy fruit, fine tannins and a playful vibrancy that lights up every corner of the mouth. It’s a wine that pays homage to Italian heritage while expressing McLaren Vale’s unique terroir.

Food Pairing

Perfect with rare steak, slow-roasted porchetta, or aubergine parmigiana.

We strive to provide fast and reliable delivery, with Free Express Delivery on orders over £150 (UK Mainland only).

Express Delivery

Orders placed by 2pm (Monday to Friday) are dispatched the same day.
Orders placed after 2pm Thursday arrive on Monday.
Orders placed after 2pm Friday arrive on Tuesday.
A signature is required, with GPS-confirmed tracking.
Bank Holidays and seasonal holidays are not considered working days by couriers.

Standard Delivery

Economy (2-3 working days) – Orders placed before 2pm (Monday to Friday) are dispatched the same day.

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