Spinifex Garcon Grenache 2023A pure expression of Barossa Valley Grenache from Spinifex, this Garcon release captures a lighter, more perfumed side of Australian Grenache available through East End Cellars. The nose shows lifted raspberry, red cherry and red currant, layered with rose petal, gentle spice, musk and a touch of white pepper. The palate is medium bodied and finely detailed, with red plum skin, cranberry like acidity and fine sandy tannins shaping a long, precise

the nose is precise and layered

spice and cedar open with a bit of time in the glass

It pairs perfectly with oysters

It reflects a cooler-climate Burgundian style with clarity and tension

braised meats and refined Italian cuisine

sourced from a prized parcel within the Sarmassa cru

Sourced from a selection of sites including La Charmotte and Au Chouillet

Very limited production

planted in 1974 and located next to the old railway line (treinspoor)

fine spice and a gentle gamey savouriness that builds interest without heaviness

supporting the fruit without overshadowing it

It was fermented with wild yeasts and aged for 18 months in old French oak