D’Arenberg The Custodian Grenache 2021

Grenache continues to thrill and when it hails from an ideal region and a superb vintage, not to mention makers who have been dealing with it for decades, much can be expected. But such cracking value is a delightful surprise. Crimson purple in colour, the floral aromas are to the fore with alluring notes of violets. There are also delightful touches of coffee grinds, chocolate, strawberries and raspberries. Those coffee/espresso notes emerge even more on the palate. There is solid grip here, but with ever-so-fine tannins. A wine of good length and great value. Enjoy this for the next six to eight years.