High Sands Grenache

The grapes come from Block 31, covering 1.7 hectares and planted in 1946 with unirrigated bush vines at an altitude of 210 metres. The soil consists of deep, weathered white sands over older geology. In 2024, a small proportion was fermented for the first time as a whole-bunch lot; according to the retailer, it represented approximately ten to fifteen percent overall. The remaining must was destemmed, fermented with 50 percent whole berries using wild yeast in ceramic eggs and small open-top stainless-steel tanks, and macerated for at least 30 days; part of it remained on the skins for around 45 days. The wine was aged on its lees mainly in ceramic eggs and older Austrian casks. The style is concentrated yet fragrant, with aromas of black and dried cherry, plum, herbs and cola, a long finish and fine, supple tannins. Indicative price: approximately 309 AUD, equivalent to around 180 CHF.