Oliver’s Taranga Small Batch Mencia 2024

The Iberian connection runs strong in McLaren Vale where Mencia – “men-thee-ah” – is making a big splash in a short time. Plenty of upfront aromatics to indulge in: spring florals, briar, plum, blue and cherry fruits, dark spices. Early drinking possibilities abound such are the delightful aromatic qualities of the grape, but there are ripe tannins structurally which also bring the chance for further ageing. The palate is plummy soft and supple with a just-so degree of richness.