Thistledown Wine Co.

Thorny Devil Old Vine McLaren Vale Grenache

9.116 ratings

9.02 pro ratings

McLaren Vale, Fleurieu, South Australia, Australia

Grenache

Chocolate & Caramel, Herbs, Soft Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Turkey, Pasta, Mushrooms, Veal, Tomato-Based, Chicken, Exotic Spices, Potato, White Rice, Duck, Nuts & Seeds, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Asian Cuisine, Salads & Greens, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, Quinoa

Top Notes For

Peter van den Besselaar

9.1

Vintage 2022 | frivolous ánd powerfull

Nov 21st, 2023

Andrew Holod

National Sales Grapes of Spain

8.9

This is pretty classic Oz Grenache. Jammy, leafy, crushed bramble fruits. Acid feels natural and surprisingly fresh. Claims old vines but no age on the label. Firm and drying finish. This could take some or a lot of bottle age, since it is in screwcap.

Sep 18th, 2022