Penfolds Bin 21 Grenache South Australia 2025
G 92
Medium-deep crimson. Musky plum, red cherry, slight Americano aromas with star anise notes. Buoyant and refreshing with ample red dark berry fruits, some vermouth-like flavours, loose-knit chalky tannins, appealing mid-palate viscosity and fresh mineral acidity. Bittersweet and juicy at the finish. Very good varietal character, with attractive volume and length. Ten months in 28% new and seasoned French oak hogsheads. Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale. Drink now – soon. 14.5% alc St Hugo Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2025 G 92 Bright purple. Black fruits, blueberries and black cherry arrive in the glass against a solid backing of earth, spring flowers, Aussie bush notes and wood spices. Easy-going, plush in fruit, fleshy in tannin, sprinkled in spice and mighty tasty. A drink-now proposition. Now–2033
Corryton Burge Grenache 2024
G 91+
Medium crimson. Red cherry, cranberry, vanilla marzipan and hint of turned earth. Vibrant strawberry, cherry and cranberry fruits with light vanilla marzipan flavours. Attractive buoyancy carried by fine, lacy tannins. Early drinking style. Now–2028
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