2003 Clarendon Grenache, Clarendon Hills

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A mature, deeply expressive Australian Grenache with all the richness and savoury intrigue you would hope for from Clarendon Hills. Dark cherry, raspberry and cassis unfold into violet, black pepper, sweet spice and earthy, nutty depth. It is generous and rounded, yet still composed, with a silky texture, mellow tannins and a long, warming finish that carries the graceful confidence of a great bottle with age.

For when
You want a rare, mature red that feels special without needing ceremony.

Pairs with
Slow roast lamb, duck breast, mushroom pie, chargrilled aubergine, venison or hard cheeses.

Clarendon Hills is one of the great names of McLaren Vale, founded by Roman Bratasiuk in 1990 with a pioneering focus on single vineyard wines. The estate helped define Australia’s reputation for serious old vine Grenache, drawing from remarkable sites across the Clarendon and Blewitt Springs sub regions. Their wines are known for depth, individuality and a powerful sense of place, with Grenache sitting at the heart of that story.