2021 Kilikanoon Prodigal Grenache, Clare Valley

An unctuous and full-flavoured expression. Big and bold. The volume turned right up on grenache and in doing so, losing some of the nuance and tension possible from the variety. Smells and tastes like booze-soaked plums and berries, the palate hot and breathy with a short, spicy finish that feels a bit unresolved at present. A chewy, gummy, mocha oak profile also plays a hand. A bit discombobulated at present, and a bit of hard work in the drinking stakes. Stay the course.

86 points Mike Bennie winecompanion.com.au

Each fruit parcel was harvested and kept separate throughout the winemaking process until final assemblage. Small open topped fermenters were used, the fruit remaining on skins until completely dry before basket pressing to seasoned French hogheads and allowed to mature in the cellar for 15 months. The final blend being bottled both unfined and unfiltered,

Brick red in colour with youthful crimson hues. Lifted aromas of dark cherries, pot pourri, subtle smoky oak notes and marzipan feature strongly on the nose.