2023 Cirillo The Vincent Grenache, Barossa Valley

Is this the best value red wine in Australia? It'd have to be up there at the pointy end. Grenache from a handful of vineyards; 1901 and 1906 plantings with some declassified 1850 vine fruit for good measure. That's just bonkers when you think about it. Magenta-splashed crimson, super high-toned, mid-weighted with crunchy red plum and red cherry fruits dusted with gingery spice, floral tones and cola. Savoury and crunchy and just delivers so much enjoyment for the price. A cracker.

94 points Special Value Dave Brookes winecompanion.com.au

The Cirillo family moved to the small district of Light Pass in the early 1970’s. Vincent Cirillo became the custodian of some exceptional vineyards that were planted in 1848. Today these vines are documented to be the oldest surviving and producing Grenache and Semillon parcels in the world. Their prized fruit went to some of the Barossa’s finest producers including; Rockford, Peter Lehmann, St. Hallet and Torbreck.

The Vincent offers inviting aromas of rich fruit and white pepper. The palate is generous with intense true varietal characteristics. It’s delicately rounded and generous.  A superb Grenache that has a lingering finish. A wine that can be enjoyed now, or well into the future.

Varieties: Grenache
Alcohol: 14 % alc/vol
Total Acidity: 6.8gms/l
Residual Sugar: 0.05 gms/l
pH: 3.5