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The Octogenarian Grenache-Tempranillo

8.822 ratings
8.42 pro ratings
McLaren Vale, Fleurieu, South Australia, Australia
Grenache, Tempranillo
Lamb, Tomato-Based, Polenta, Hard Cheese, Pork, Beef, Pasta, Mushrooms, Soft Cheese, Chicken, Venison, Exotic Spices, Potato, Turkey, Beans & Peas, Herbs, Baking Spices, Pungent Cheese, Duck, Salami & Prosciutto, White Rice, Chili & Hot Spicy, Lasagna, Pizza, Barbecue, Mexican Cuisine, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Chocolate & Caramel, Veal, Nuts & Seeds, Asian Cuisine, Salads & Greens, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, Quinoa
Top Notes For
Scott Rowe

I’ve lost touch with McLaren Vale. This showing isn’t helping.
Ripe, sharp alcohol and disjointed.
Next please.

I’ve lost touch with McLaren Vale. This showing isn’t helping.
Ripe, sharp alcohol and disjointed.
Next please.

Apr 8th, 2020
Penny Stewart

Woodstock "The Octogenarian" Grenache Tempranillo 2011
I can't recall where I picked this one up from, but I have been enjoying the light-medium bodied wines lately and so I picked this young Grenache Tempranillo from McLaren Vale. Would have been under $30. Named after the Grenache vines that are over 80 years old, this wine is on the more medium body end and was just delicious. Nice tannin with the addition of Tempranillo grapes, the following tasting notes sum it up perfectly;
"Animated, pungent aromas of cherries, ginger and pomegranates which continue on the palate with a delicate touch of cinnamon and white pepper spice, supple yet textural. Released young to capture the vibrant berry fruits and spice. The addition of 15% Tempranillo helps tighten the finish and lengthen the palate of this Grenache."

Woodstock "The Octogenarian" Grenache Tempranillo 2011
I can't recall where I picked this one up from, but I have been enjoying the light-medium bodied wines lately and so I picked this young Grenache Tempranillo from McLaren Vale. Would have been under $30. Named after the Grenache vines that are over 80 years old, this wine is on the more medium body end and was just delicious. Nice tannin with the addition of Tempranillo grapes, the following tasting notes sum it up perfectly;
"Animated, pungent aromas of cherries, ginger and pomegranates which continue on the palate with a delicate touch of cinnamon and white pepper spice, supple yet textural. Released young to capture the vibrant berry fruits and spice. The addition of 15% Tempranillo helps tighten the finish and lengthen the palate of this Grenache."

1 person found it helpfulJul 19th, 2014
Bob McDonald

Very enjoyable blend from a good year and a great area. Ripe fruit yet savoury. Silky tannins. 17+ 2012 year.

Very enjoyable blend from a good year and a great area. Ripe fruit yet savoury. Silky tannins. 17+ 2012 year.

May 30th, 2015
Paul Dugar

Ruby copper in appearance. Acidic raspberry musk on the nose. Cherry flavours on the palate. Very drinkable.

Ruby copper in appearance. Acidic raspberry musk on the nose. Cherry flavours on the palate. Very drinkable.

May 13th, 2017
Art
8.7

An excellent bright wine! Flirtatious fruit in a clean palate. Best enjoyed with friends!

An excellent bright wine! Flirtatious fruit in a clean palate. Best enjoyed with friends!

May 29th, 2015
Scott Taddeo

Scott had this 7 years ago

Scott had this 7 years ago

Oct 27th, 2016
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Dec 13th, 2018
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Aaron had this 6 years ago

Jan 5th, 2018