D’Arenberg The Ironstone Pressings Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre 2019

The famous Rhône blend done McLaren Vale style. Deep magenta in colour, there is a dusty earth note immediately apparent, but which opens up even more if one gives the wine time in the glass. There are also aromas of aniseed, cloves, chocolate, black olives and leather. Brick dust tannins and decent length here, though a touch more intensity – and perhaps that will come with time – would be to the wine’s advantage. The oak seems minimal, suggesting it has been handled in the most deft manner. The palate sees more and more chocolatey notes. The wine has good length and is a ten-year proposition.