In the winery: The separate varietal parcels were fermented in a mix of new and 2-4-year-old French oak, then matured for 10 months before final blending. In the glass: Medium to deep red.On the nose: Currant, plum and cedary oak lift.On the palate: Displays magical balance and texture with a seamless core of chocolatey black and blue fruit, vibrant, juicy tannins and a bright, mouth-watering frame of acidity. Long, vibrant and moreish.

A very pretty nose of red fruits with delicate floral elements supported by creamy oak. This wine is all about juicy and vibrant red fruits, which are present in a big way. Its finely structured with a pleasing acid backbone. Ready to drink now but patient cellaring will reward.

This McLaren Vale Grenache is bursting with ripe cherry and and raspberry fruit flavours, with a lush and concentrated palate and silky textured finish and supple tannins. This big red will pair perfectly with roasted meats and vegetables.

2015 Clarendon Hills Onkaparinga Grenache, Purpled crimson. Magically entwined with elegant hints of cherry, raspberry, terracotta, cocoa, walnut, and Turkish delight. The flourishing perfume continues to rise with an ever-present core appearing as the seamless spine. Harmoniously, these characters gracefully nuance, reinforce and offer evolution. A harmonious composition of spice, fruit, glycerin and chalky velvet produce an aristocratic experience that is nearly limitless in its depth of expression. The palate is bright and taught with natural acid however it is incredibly layered and deeply concentrated with silky smooth extract. The impressive purity of the fruit, alone , ushers superlatives however it is the fine boned and seamlessly structured palate, coupled with an air of effortless power that remains the most haunting element to this exceptional old vine Grenache.

THISTLEDOWN WINES Thorny Devil Grenache, McLaren Vale

A faithful expression of the site beautiful, haunting aromatics, fine sandy tannins and wonderful, memorable length on the palate

YANGARRA ESTATE Hickinbotham Grenache, McLaren Vale

WORLDS APART WINES Blewitt Springs Grown on Sands Made With Whole Bunches Grenache, McLaren Vale