2024 Willunga 100 Smart Vineyard Grenache

Premium McLaren Vale Grenache - Fresh Excellence

96 Points Halliday Wine Companion - Exceptional Quality

"A vibrant and sophisticated expression of Smart Vineyard's exceptional terroir, showcasing remarkable freshness and complexity in this outstanding new vintage."

Smart Vineyard Grenache 2024 continues the legacy of excellence from this distinguished McLaren Vale site, delivering another exceptional vintage that perfectly captures the unique character of Willunga 100's most prestigious vineyard. This fresh release demonstrates the perfect balance between youthful vibrancy and sophisticated complexity.

 Tasting Notes

Appearance: Brilliant ruby red with vibrant purple highlights, displaying excellent clarity and youthful intensity that promises great aging potential.

Aroma: Fresh and complex bouquet of red cherries, wild strawberry, and raspberry, enhanced by subtle notes of dried herbs, white pepper, and a hint of floral perfume with underlying spice complexity.

Palate: Medium to full-bodied with silky, refined tannins, showcasing bright red fruit flavors balanced by elegant spice notes and a distinctive mineral character that reflects the vineyard's unique geological composition.

Finish: Long and expressive with persistent red fruit character, gentle spice, and a clean, refreshing conclusion that showcases the wine's exceptional balance and youthful energy.

 Wine Details

• Vintage: 2024
• Variety: 100% Grenache
• Region: McLaren Vale, South Australia
• Producer: Willunga 100
• Rating: 92 Points
• Serving Temperature: 14-16°C
• Cellaring: Drink now or cellar until 2034

 Food Pairings

• Grilled lamb with Mediterranean herbs
• Roasted chicken with rosemary and lemon
• Soft goat cheese and fig tapenade
• Mushroom and herb risotto
• Salmon with cherry tomato confit
• Charcuterie with dried fruits and almonds

 Producer Background

Willunga 100 continues to demonstrate their mastery of McLaren Vale terroir with this latest expression from Smart Vineyard. Their commitment to sustainable viticulture and minimal intervention winemaking allows the natural character of this exceptional site to shine through in every vintage.

 Regional Character

The Smart Vineyard represents one of McLaren Vale's most prestigious sites, with its unique combination of ancient soils and ideal microclimate. The 2024 vintage benefited from perfect growing conditions, allowing for optimal flavor development while maintaining the natural acidity and freshness that makes this vineyard so special.

 Value & Investment

This Smart Vineyard Grenache 2024 offers exceptional value for a premium single-vineyard wine, providing immediate drinking pleasure while also having the structure to develop beautifully over the next decade. It represents an outstanding opportunity to experience the latest expression of this world-class vineyard site.

Experience the fresh brilliance of Smart Vineyard's 2024 vintage - a wine that perfectly demonstrates the continued excellence of McLaren Vale's most intelligent vineyard site.