2023 Thistledown Gorgeous Grenache | McLaren Vale Premium Grenache

🔥 91 Point McLaren Vale Grenache | Outstanding Value

A gorgeous South Australian Grenache, vibrant and fragrant, with red cherry freshness, violet florals and the easy-drinking character that makes this one of the best-value everyday Grenache expressions.

91 Points – Halliday Wine Companion

South Australia

$22 a bottle
Gorgeous • Grenache • Thistledown • South Australia

"Exactly what it says on the label — a gorgeous South Australian Grenache, vibrant and fragrant, with red cherry freshness, violet florals and the easy-drinking character that makes this one of the best-value everyday Grenache expressions in the country."

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Bright ruby with a luminous, translucent core — vivid, vibrant and inviting.

Aroma:
Fragrant and expressive with:

• red cherry and wild strawberry
• raspberry and pomegranate
• violet florals and rose petal
• gentle spice and earthy warmth

Approachable and immediately appealing — classic South Australian Grenache fragrance and red fruit vibrancy with Thistledown's signature minimal-intervention freshness.

Palate:
Light to medium-bodied with fine, silky tannins and fresh, bright acidity.
Expect flavours of:

• red cherry, wild strawberry and raspberry
• pomegranate and vibrant red fruit
• violet florals and gentle spice
• fine, silky tannins
• fresh acidity delivering brightness, energy and easy drinkability

The wine delivers red fruit vibrancy with silky elegance — a genuinely satisfying everyday South Australian Grenache that over-delivers at its price point.

Finish:
Fresh and persistent with lingering red cherry, violet florals and fine, silky tannins.

Critical Acclaim

91pts – Halliday Wine Companion

About Gorgeous Grenache

Gorgeous is Thistledown's approachable, everyday expression of South Australian Grenache — a wine that does exactly what its name promises. Thistledown is one of South Australia's most celebrated Grenache and old vine specialists, founded by Giles Cooke MW and Fergal Tynan MW with a singular focus on sourcing exceptional fruit from South Australia's most historic and celebrated vineyards. Gorgeous Grenache is their invitation to the world of Thistledown — approachable, fragrant and endlessly drinkable.

It represents:

• approachable, fragrant South Australian Grenache from one of the country's most celebrated Grenache specialists
• Thistledown's entry point — the perfect introduction to their minimal-intervention Grenache philosophy
• outstanding value for a 91-point, food-friendly South Australian everyday Grenache

Wine Details

• Vintage: 2023
• Variety: Grenache
• Region: South Australia
• Producer: Thistledown
• Serving Temperature: 14–16°C
• Cellaring: Drink now – 2027

Food Pairings

• Char siu pork
• BBQ chicken
• Paella
• Charred capsicum dishes
• Young Manchego
• Pizza Margherita

Why We Love It

This is vibrant, fragrant South Australian Grenache from one of Australia's most celebrated Grenache specialists — and it is, quite simply, gorgeous.
At $22, it delivers 91-point Halliday quality and outstanding Grenache character at an exceptional everyday price.

A fridge and cellar staple — the perfect everyday South Australian Grenache.

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