Sevenhill Inigo Grenache 2021

Far too easy to lose sight of cracking Grenache wines from around the country if they do not hail from either the Barossa Valley or McLaren Vale, and yet there are some stunners from regions like the Clare. This is a fine example. The wine spent a short period of time in stainless steel for maturation, so what we have here is pure, delicious Grenache fruit, unencumbered by oak. The vines, to the west of the winery, are estimated to have been planted in the 1920s. Magenta/purple in colour, the aroma is immediately reminiscent of a handful of Clare’s warm earth. Mix in some red fruits, most notable cherries, along with herbs, spices, plums and raspberries. Very good length here and soft, gentle tannins. This is a delicious example of Grenache and more evidence as to why Aussie Grenache is the current flavour of the month, worldwide. Terrific value.