| Old Bush Vine Grenache Yalumba is extremely fortunate to have a resource of very old, gnarled bush vines which produce low yields of concentrated Grenache. A range of terroir can be seen across the different vineyards, from sandy soils to sandy loam to red-brown earth over red clay.
To maximise our blending options, all batches of Yalumba Barossa Bush Vine Grenache are crushed as separate parcels. Some batches retain their stems to help contribute another flavour dimension. The wild yeasts present on the grape skins are allowed to initiate fermentation and once that has progressed cultured winery yeasts are added. Particular batches are then selected to remain on skins post-fermentation, further contributing to greater complexity and individuality.
Medium crimson red with purple hues, this wine has a generous and bright aroma with sweet jube-like plum fruits, lifted pot-pourri and lavender florals and a savoury, earthy and complex background. Wrapped around a core of juicy redcurrant fruits, the palate combines layers of fleshy sweet flavours and a fine grained tannin finish. Smoothly balanced and eminently drinkable, this is a wine of medium weight but full on flavour. A perfect match with juicy char-grilled pork chops. Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
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 2009
 Barossa
 Kevin Glastonbury
 March 18 to April 8, 2009
 Matured for six months in four to six year old French, American and Hungarian oak hogsheads.
 14.5%
 5.4g/L
 3.55 |
