Paralian Grenache 2023

Grenache 2023: This looks great and is probably the pick of the reds from a very strong field. A nice mix of ripe fruit up front but then some dried herbal/amaro notes in the second half. Very good acid bringing freshness and liveliness. Fills the palate nicely. Shows some red liquorice on day 2 which i love to see in wines like this. Tannin a hallmark which I also like to see in Grenache. It lends structure and assists with longevity, if you plan on cellaring some. A real winner. - Ches Cook, FWC.

From the Marmont vineyard, Blewitt Springs, planted in 1960. Steely, iron filings, ozone, cherry, raspberry, floral and spicy, honey glazed ham and mint. Medium-bodied, fine emery board tannin, dried herbs and almond, lots of cranberry crunch and energy, with very good length. Lovely wine. Fine Grenache. Picked on the right side of ripeness, with some tangy blood orange flavour in the aftertaste. It’ll do well with a few more years on it. 95 points. - Gary Walsh, Wine Front.