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d'Arenberg

The Galvo Garage McLaren Vale Adelaide Hills Red Blend

9.066 ratings
9.111 pro ratings
South Australia, Australia
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Salami & Prosciutto, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Blue Cheese, Onion

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d'ArenbergSouth Australia, AustraliaCabernet Sauvignon
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Douglas Renall
9.0

Silky rich McLaren Vale blend. Juicy ripe fruits, dangerously good drinking now #mclarenvale

Silky rich McLaren Vale blend. Juicy ripe fruits, dangerously good drinking now #mclarenvale

Jan 28th, 2019
Matt Ryan
9.1

Australia? Yes please!

Australia? Yes please!

1 person found it helpfulDec 11th, 2015
Jeff
9.7

As great as I remember but better. At almost 14 years old this wine is wonderful still. Cigar and pepper notes on the nose. Jam, cassis and berry fruits. Long long finish. Glad I've still got a couple

As great as I remember but better. At almost 14 years old this wine is wonderful still. Cigar and pepper notes on the nose. Jam, cassis and berry fruits. Long long finish. Glad I've still got a couple

1 person found it helpfulDec 7th, 2015
Jim Lindsay
9.4

Lovely aged red! Dark fruits grainy tannins. Beautifully evolving from sip to sip.

Lovely aged red! Dark fruits grainy tannins. Beautifully evolving from sip to sip.

Feb 27th, 2016
Les Huisman
8.5

At its peak IMO. Ripe and juicy yet, but tannins and acidity are in the precipice. Drink 'em if you've got them.

At its peak IMO. Ripe and juicy yet, but tannins and acidity are in the precipice. Drink 'em if you've got them.

Jun 16th, 2015
Joe Carroll

Owner/Wine Director Spuyten Duyvil, Fette Sau, St. Anselm & Gotham Artisanal Provisions

9.2

Very tasty

Very tasty

May 6th, 2013
Liam James
8.2

Hmm. Not as good as i remember! Maybe its the maturing of my palate but i found this very over-done! The liquorice and general dark notes were interesting but too much sweetness, alcohol, and a touch too much acidity too. Not great

Hmm. Not as good as i remember! Maybe its the maturing of my palate but i found this very over-done! The liquorice and general dark notes were interesting but too much sweetness, alcohol, and a touch too much acidity too. Not great

Jul 12th, 2025
Christian B
9.1

Really tasty. Small bite at the end of the sip.

Really tasty. Small bite at the end of the sip.

May 21st, 2025
CJ Shank
8.7

Serious. Aromas of berries, still has tannins. Very nice

Serious. Aromas of berries, still has tannins. Very nice

Aug 3rd, 2019
Michael Hildebrand
8.8

Getting better after 24hrs in decanter but tannins still relatively overshadow the rest of the wine.

Getting better after 24hrs in decanter but tannins still relatively overshadow the rest of the wine.

Jul 18th, 2017