2017 Massena Stonegarden Grenache Mataro Shiraz

The historic Stonegarden planting of Grenache can contain a proportion of other varieties inter-planted amongst the bush vines. This wine was made using grapes sourced from a section of the Stonegarden property that contain a denser proportion of Mataro and Shiraz amongst the Grenache. Wild fermented with 100% whole bunch inclusion, then aged on lees in seasoned French oak puncheons for 12 months and bottled without fining or filtration.
Totally opaque dark red black colour with a dark red hue. Perfumed like aromas of violets, dark plum and dark raspberry infused with clove are trailed by some liquorice, light scorched earth, fennel and blackpepper. Displaying a level of concentration reminiscent of some of Clarendon Hills top Grenache, the palate is rich and seamless with an elegant opulence to the powerful ripe dark raspberry, black cherry, dark plum and liquorice fruit. Elements of fennel, dried herbs and spicy pepper make an appearance on the long finish. Exceptionally smooth tannins with an aftertaste of world class persistence. Outstanding.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 14.5%