Genista The SG 2021

The wine is named for Sarah Gregory, half the Genista team, although as it is a blend of Shiraz and Grenache you could be forgiven for assuming an alternative. The grapes were alternatively harvested – handpicked and by machines. Twice daily plunging and regular pigéage with 13 days on skins. The Grenache component was 40% whole bunch. The oak was a mix of new and used, and the two varieties were kept separate for 13 months before blending. For me, this was the pick of the trio this year. Very dark maroon in colour, the aromas weave through coffee grinds, warm earth, chocolate, leather and black fruits. A serious wine, persistent, nicely balanced and with very fine tannins. Good stuff. This has a longer anticipated life span than the straight Grenache – a good seven to ten years.