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Winemaker's Selection Barossa Valley Grenache 2021

Winemaker's Selection Barossa Valley Grenache 2021

Winemaker's Selection Barossa Valley Grenache 2021

750 mL
$35.00
6 x 750 mL
$210.00

Overview

Overview

No history of the Barossa Valley or the Australian wine industry is complete without the mention of Saltram. Established in 1859 by William Salter & Sons, Saltram wines have a proud history of more than 160 years for quality winemaking, innovation and a commitment to the Barossa region. An immigrant from England, William Salter was one of the first people to purchase land in the newly opened land survey known as the Barossa Valley. He then built a stone house for his family, naming it Mamre Brook which still stands today at the home of Saltram.

The Saltram Winemaker’s Selection Barossa Valley Grenache was crafted from a Single “Survivor’ Vineyard situated in Tanunda, Barossa Valley. The Winemaker's Selection was introduced to allow rare and unique parcels of fruit to remain separate so that they can show their true colours. Senior winemaker Alex MacKenzie believes Old Vine Grenache produces wine of great depth and character, and an ability to make complex aromatic and textured wines.

Varietal Grenache
Vintage 2021
Country Australia
Region Barossa Valley
Volume 750 mL
Closure Screw Cap
Alc/Vol 14.5%
Peak Drinking Drink now - 2030
Winemaker Alex Mackenzie

Taste Description

Taste Description

Nose

The wine has lifted aromatics reminiscent of freshly picked strawberries, rosehip and complemented by a hint of five spice powder. Some whole bunch fruit in ferment has added extra layers of aromas and complexity.

Flavours and Palate

The palate is silky and textural with a seamless mouthfeel, showcasing bright flavours of red fruits and finishing with supple tannins. Mouth-watering acidity, with lingering coulis fruit cleanses the palate.

Awards and Accolades

Awards and Accolades

Bronze 2022 Perth Wine Show

Viticulture

Viticulture

The 2020/21 growing season was relatively mild with long dry periods. The Autumn period was very dry and warm resulting in excellent ripening conditions for late season varieties. The Survivor vines yielded lower than average and consequently fruit matured evenly. These ideal milder conditions saw the grape phenology mature in line with sugars levels, producing full flavoured wines which retained their natural acidity.