Thistledown The Vagabond Grenache 2021 (750ml) Old Mission Peninsula

Thistledown The Vagabond Grenache 2021 (750ml) Old Mission PeninsulaFrom old, dry grown, bush trained vineyards in the revered Blewitt Springs district of McLaren Vale, planted in deep sands with some ironstone. The fruit was all hand picked and 68% was then wild fermented in a concrete pyramid which had layers of whole bunches and alternating layers of crushed fruit. This ferment had no mechanical extraction. The balance was wild fermented in an open fermenter with 35% whole bunches, and was hand plunged twice daily.

The prestigious Langton’s Classification of Australian wine includes Leeuwin Estate Art Series Chardonnay in the top “Exceptional” category and amongst the iconic “Heritage five” celebrating Australia’s most exceptional

the expression is reminiscent of a lightly styled Sauternes

it represents the harmonious balance between vineyard and winemaking that Miner strives for

4% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc

Total vineyard plantings is roughly 18 hectares (44

The palate texture is firm

Merlot and Petit Verdot

it calls out for grilled meat

The palate on this Cabernet-dominant blend is taut yet exuberant

Hess Select Sauvignon Blanc is a refreshing and dynamic wine with vibrant character

juicy red as you would a Côtes du Rhône

Long and lean yet with a hidden