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2018 Warrabilla Reserve Grenache

Rutherglen, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$26. 99
Bottle
$323.88 Dozen
Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2019-2024)
ABV: 15.8%
Closure: Stelvin

Grenache has a long standing history in Rutherglen where like the Barossa it was often relegated to fortified wine production. In the last decade or more winemaker’s have recognized its potential as a single vineyard wine, the Warrabilla team setting out to capture its seductive, highly perfumed aromatics, richly textured red fruits and spice. With only their third release they have done an admirable job achieving this. Andrew calls it his blue collar Pinot for men…

Aged in seasoned oak only. Vibrant dark red core with tinges of black to the edges and a bright red hue. Lifted aromas of dark raspberry and spiced ripe cherries infused with herbs are followed by some confectionary and pepper notes. Boasting tremendous flavour intensity the palate is bursting at the seams with ripe juicy dark raspberries and dark cherries which have a supple, silky feel. Red liquorice, vanillin confectionary and abundant spices ensue. Excellent freshness on the finish with velvet smooth tannins, outstanding power and a deliciously long ripe dark berry aftertaste.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 15.8%