Yalumba Samuel's Collection Bush Vine Grenache 2018
Barossa Valley, South Australia, AustraliaFrom gnarly old grenache vines 35 years and up across Barossa, this was vinified by block, partial whole bunch, and fully native fermented, with some lots receiving extended skin contact. Post-ferment, all batches are racked into older American, French, and Hungarian hogsheads for six months maturation. Ripe red fruits fill the palate, blanketed by a velveteen mouthfeel, and lofted with a saline freshness. Crushed raspberries, boysenberries, perfumed tayberries are tied off with fresh green herbs and cracked pink peppercorn on the spicy finish. Tannins are present but soft and cushioning, well pitted to support the density of fruit. A charming powerhouse, drinking well now, especially with lamb sausages or fire roasted eggplant.Tasted: 02 February 2021Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$29.99
750ml
private wine shops
Producer: Yalumba Wine CompanyDistributors: Negociants International Pacific Wine & Spirits Inc. Grape: Grenache Noir/GarnachaCSPC: 531228UPC: 009311789081847
Yalumba Samuel's Collection Bush Vine Grenache 2018
Barossa Valley, South Australia, AustraliaFrom its lustrous ruby gleam, to the long dusty cherry finish, this lithe red touches all the brain's pleasure points. Rose petals, ripe red cherry, white pepper, orange oil and a gorgeous menthol perfume grace the nose, while fresh plum, wild berries and macerated strawberries define the flavours. Beautifully composed acid and gentle tannins are impeccably balanced and harmonious. Best of all is the sleek, silken mouth-feel that grenache can achieve especially when the vines are old - and in this case old means vineyards planted from 1898 to 1973. Such distinguished Barossa Valley floor fruit manages to be fresh, juicy, elegant, and elevated alcohol embellishes the glossy texture without a trace of burn. Eight months in 2-6 year old hogshead oak casks burnishes the fruit without overpowering it. This is blissful wine to savour with a tender grilled pork chop, herby lamb burger or hard aged cheese. Try ageing a few bottles for five+ years; you'll be rewarded with the kind of caressing richness that (like pinot noir) worthy bottles of grenache can deliver.Tasted: 19 August 2020Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$29.99
750ml
private wine shops
Producer: Yalumba Wine CompanyDistributors: Negociants International Pacific Wine & Spirits Inc. Grape: Grenache Noir/GarnachaCSPC: 531228UPC: 009311789081847
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