2021 Sandalford 1840 Grenache
Light to medium bodied, textural and flavoursome on the palate, well balanced and carried by soft acidity leading to a long and sustained finish. A wine best enjoyed lightly chilled whilst young, fresh and vibrant.
Winemaker comments
Winemaker Notes
Handpicked in late February, the fruit was destemmed to small open fermenters and inoculated with a selected yeast isolate. The must was treated by pumping over twice daily during fermentation to keep the skins and juice in constant contact. Based on taste, the ferment was pressed to tank once the perfect balance of colour, flavour and tannin extract was achieved. After the completion of primary fermentation, the wine was inoculated for Malolactic Fermentation (MLF), then transferred into seasoned French oak barriques for six months maturation on lees prior to blending and bottling.
Tasting notes
Varietals
Varietal
Grenache
Colour
Other Notes
Bright ruby red with youthful mauve hues
Nose
Production
Aromas of raspberry, maraschino cherry, pomegranate, wild mint and musk. With hints of nutmeg, wood spice and mushroom adding complexity and appeal.
Palate
Tasting Note
Light to medium bodied, textural and flavoursome on the palate, well balanced and carried by soft acidity leading to a long and sustained finish. A wine best enjoyed lightly chilled whilst young, fresh and vibrant.
Vintage Conditions
Vineyard Notes
The 2021 vintage could be best described as challenging. A reflection of the wetter than average summer impacting picking decisions. The Caversham vineyard however fared well and produced fresh, bright, flavoursome fruit to make wines from. Grapes were phonologically ripe at time of picking and harvested with an optimal balance of sugar and flavours. The resulting wines are fresh and display wonderful, bright varietal fruit characteristics.