2021 Glaetzer Wallace Shiraz Grenache, Barossa Valley

A blend of northern Barossa shiraz/grenache. Deep crimson in hue with vibrant aromas of frangipani-flecked dark plum, blackberry and boysenberry fruits underscored with baking spices, rose petals, roasting meats, cola, ginger spice and earth. Bright acidity, a plume of red cherry and wild strawberry join the party on the palate, with fine sandy tannin and black tea and pure dark and red berry fruits on the exit.

92 points Special Value Dave Brookes winecompanion.com.au

You are getting a mighty lot of old vine fruit in this excellent Shiraz Grenache blend from the excellent 2021 vintage. In fact the Shiraz is off 80-year old vines and the Grenache from a range of 50 to 100-year-old vines. It’s a medium to full bodied wine from the Barossa displaying beautifully spicy red fruit throughout. The Shiraz brings the power and presence while the vibrancy of the Grenache is obvious. It’s a remarkably detailed and expressive wine with oak playing a more subdued role.

93 points Ray Jordan winepilot.com June 2023

Old vine Barossa Grenache has a liveliness and structure that does not benefit from oak maturation—oak contact was thus minimised for the Grenache component to preserve the purity and animation of the fruit. The Shiraz was matured for 16
months in 2—3 year old oak hogshead barrels (80% French / 20% American).

Medium to deep garnet with a peripheral suggestion of purple on the rim. An enticing nose of dark plum, raspberry and Provencal lavender with hints of anise and pepper grinder. Black fruits dominate with touches of pepper and clear blackcurrant. Firm and savoury tannins that remain rounded balance with the brightness on the finish.

A wine to enjoy in its youth that will also develop additional complexity for up to 8—10 years of cellaring.