Hedonist Ecology Grenache 2022

From an organic/biodynamic vineyard in McLaren Vale. Beautifully scented, with cherry, blueberry, raspberry, strawberry, lavender, dried herbs and Indian spices. Medium bodied, the sweet fruit tensioned and interwoven with savoury elements and fresh compost. Pumice like tannins and super vibrant acidity. Incredible value. Waters Wine Co

About 15% whole bunches, the rest whole berries; native ferment then maturated in third-use foudre for 10 months. Part of the thrill of the new grenache wave is diversity. And though this is from an ‘iconic certified organic and biodynamic vineyard in Kangarilla’, it feels individual, informed by the picking and subtle crafting decisions of this address. Floral and lifted, red fruited but somewhat moody, with darker notes, spice and a little graphite. Absent of sweetness, virtuously taut and sinewy, but with a certain succulence of fruit, too. Mid-weight, refined and savoury, this is delicious. 95 points – Halliday Wine Companion