Yangarra Estate

High Sands McLaren Vale Grenache

9.262 ratings
9.230 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
Bob McDonald

A highly awarded Grenache from McLaren Vale made by the talented Peter Fraser. Sweet red earthy fruits but not overly raspberry as Aussie Grenache often is. Has a lovely sweet smooth texture. James Halliday awarded this wine his Wine of the Year in 2020 and 99 points. Vines planted in 1946 in ancient sandy soils ideal for this Grenache. If not Australia’s best Grenache then certainly in the conversation. The main reason we drank this wine a few days ago was to remember Peter Fraser who sadly passed away unexpectedly in a tragic house fire.

A highly awarded Grenache from McLaren Vale made by the talented Peter Fraser. Sweet red earthy fruits but not overly raspberry as Aussie Grenache often is. Has a lovely sweet smooth texture. James Halliday awarded this wine his Wine of the Year in 2020 and 99 points. Vines planted in 1946 in ancient sandy soils ideal for this Grenache. If not Australia’s best Grenache then certainly in the conversation. The main reason we drank this wine a few days ago was to remember Peter Fraser who sadly passed away unexpectedly in a tragic house fire.

Dec 3rd, 2025
Bob McDonald

A highly awarded Grenache from Blewitt Springs, McLaren Vale, possibly the best terroir for the varietal in Australia. Its gnarly old bush vines were planted in 1946. It is dry farmed on a 1.7 hectare block sitting on the deepest sand with the lowest vigour and yield. Not as raspberry as many Australian Grenache - more balanced, restrained and excellent. Wine of the Year at the 2020 Halliday Wine Awards receiving 99 points. On the medium weight palate red berries and cherry finishing with ultra fine tannins. Jancis made the comment, “Might give the odd cult Spanish wine a run for its money too.”

A highly awarded Grenache from Blewitt Springs, McLaren Vale, possibly the best terroir for the varietal in Australia. Its gnarly old bush vines were planted in 1946. It is dry farmed on a 1.7 hectare block sitting on the deepest sand with the lowest vigour and yield. Not as raspberry as many Australian Grenache - more balanced, restrained and excellent. Wine of the Year at the 2020 Halliday Wine Awards receiving 99 points. On the medium weight palate red berries and cherry finishing with ultra fine tannins. Jancis made the comment, “Might give the odd cult Spanish wine a run for its money too.”

Sep 15th, 2024
Cathy Corison

Owner/Winemaker Corison Winery

9.0

Tasting group

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Jul 25th, 2022
Bryce Wiatrak

A solid value - gripping and tannic. Juicy blue tones and stony grip. Overtones of mint. Beautiful acidity and length.

A solid value - gripping and tannic. Juicy blue tones and stony grip. Overtones of mint. Beautiful acidity and length.

Jul 24th, 2018
Sondra Bernstein

Owner of the girl & the fig, the fig cafe & winebar, Author of Plats du Jours, the girl & the fig's Journey through the Seasons in Wine Country and the girl & the fig Cookbook

9.4

Sherry notes, slightly tart, restrained, dark raspberry, biodynamic

Sherry notes, slightly tart, restrained, dark raspberry, biodynamic

Mar 23rd, 2018
John Blazon

Master Sommelier & Educator Spire Collection

9.7

Move over Barossa - new sheriff in town !

Move over Barossa - new sheriff in town !

3 people found it helpfulFeb 18th, 2014
Jonathan Brook

Worth the wait. Happy Birthday to me.

Worth the wait. Happy Birthday to me.

2 people found it helpfulJul 1st, 2014
WineMascot

2013, huge in structure and power right now, this could age!

2013, huge in structure and power right now, this could age!

Nov 6th, 2016
Rebecca Hopkins

PR Folio Fine Wine Partners

9.1

From the new wave of Australian wine comes this little beauty. Fragrant, floral, musky, with spice and refined tannins. Delicious

From the new wave of Australian wine comes this little beauty. Fragrant, floral, musky, with spice and refined tannins. Delicious

Jun 17th, 2016
Scott Rowe

This is tasty, super tasty.

This is tasty, super tasty.

Apr 29th, 2016