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Thistledown Thorny Devil Grenache 2022

Vintage: 2022

$27.99

Thistledown Wines, based in South Australia, is renowned for its focus on crafting wines that express the unique terroir of the region. The Thorny Devil Grenache is a testament to this philosophy, showcasing the vibrant and expressive nature of Grenache grapes. Sourced from premium vineyards, the wine is crafted with minimal intervention to preserve the purity of fruit. The winemaking process involves gentle fermentation and careful aging to enhance the wine's natural characteristics. The result is a wine with a bright and juicy profile, featuring notes of red berries, subtle spice, and a hint of earthiness. The tannins are soft and well-integrated, providing a smooth and balanced finish. This Grenache pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and Mediterranean dishes.

Professional Scores

91

A gently appealing nose of ripe red berry fruit is backed by flowers still on their stalks, white pepper and milk chocolate. The palate is full-figured by Grenache standards, with crunchy acidity and tightly structured, chalky tannins, but it never loses its silky, red-fruited juiciness.

Wine Enthusiast

90

Wine-Searcher collates scores from a wide range of critics, from influential single palates like Robert Parker and Jancis Robinson to publications like Wine Spectator, all adjusted for the 100-point scale.

Wine-Searcher Aggregate Score

91

A gently appealing nose of ripe red berry fruit is backed by flowers still on their stalks, white pepper and milk chocolate. The palate is full-figured by Grenache standards, with crunchy acidity and tightly structured, chalky tannins, but it never loses its silky, red-fruited juiciness.

Wine Enthusiast
750ml