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Yangarra Estate Grenache High Sands 2020 750ml

size
750ml
country
Australia
region
Fleurieu
appellation
Mclaren Vale
DC
97
WA
97
JS
96
Additional vintages
2020 2018 2017
DC
97
Rated 97 by Decanter
A few extra years in bottle has only improved this elite Grenache. Its vivacious freshness and lean, muscular fruit power are now beautifully balanced through the long, complex palate, where heady wafts of wild herbs are framed by fresh plum and wild raspberry. Matured for 11 months in older large French oak foudres and ceramic eggs. Biodynamic. ... More details
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Yangarra Estate Grenache High Sands 2020 750ml

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Professional Ratings
DC
97
WA
97
JS
96
DC
97
Rated 97 by Decanter
A few extra years in bottle has only improved this elite Grenache. Its vivacious freshness and lean, muscular fruit power are now beautifully balanced through the long, complex palate, where heady wafts of wild herbs are framed by fresh plum and wild raspberry. Matured for 11 months in older large French oak foudres and ceramic eggs. Biodynamic.
WA
97
Rated 97 by Wine Advocate
The 2020 High Sands Grenache speaks of raspberry leaf tea, matcha dust, cut fennel, star anise, cherry seed and blood plum skin. This is the more classically styled Grenache of the Ovitelli and the High Sands, and it is classy to its very core. As the two wines hail from the same vineyard, albeit different blocks (and within that, there are differences), the density and gravitas that is afforded this wine has to, at some point, be attributed to the foudre component. It balances the febrile, delicate Grenache fruit and weights it. Now, whether that is your "thing" or not is up for discussion, but it is clear that there is a style difference between the Ovitelli and the High Sands. This is unerringly elegant and svelte, polished, expressive and effortless. It sails through the mouth. It is sensational. The tannins are absolutely the highlight, finely milled and poudre-like in texture. 14.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap. The High Sands vineyard is a beautiful, "open-to-the-sky" bush vine vineyard that was planted in 1946. The Block 31 section, which is where the fruit for this wine is sourced from, is 1.7 hectares and sits on the cap of the gentle hill upon which the vines are planted. This is where the deepest deposit of sandy soil is. Handpicked and sorted on the fancy table in the winery, 50% whole berries were fermented in open fermenters, and it was on the skins for a minimum of 21 days. It had a wild ferment and no pressings in the final wine. It matured on the lees in a combination of large, old French foudres and ceramic eggs.
JS
96
Rated 96 by James Suckling
Clearly Australian, due to the ripeness of the fruit. Kirsch, rose hip and a scruff of dried thyme dousing a broad scape of gritty tannins and maritime tang. Very good. Best after 2026. Alkina Grenache Assembly tasting.
Winery
High Sands Grenache is the pinnacle of our estate. Reaching deep within the sandy soil, our prized 1946 old vines produce wines that balance intense power and complexity with fragrance and beauty.
Product Details
size
750ml
country
Australia
region
Fleurieu
appellation
Mclaren Vale
Additional vintages
2020 2018 2017
Overview
The 2020 High Sands Grenache speaks of raspberry leaf tea, matcha dust, cut fennel, star anise, cherry seed and blood plum skin. This is the more classically styled Grenache of the Ovitelli and the High Sands, and it is classy to its very core. As the two wines hail from the same vineyard, albeit different blocks (and within that, there are differences), the density and gravitas that is afforded this wine has to, at some point, be attributed to the foudre component. It balances the febrile, delicate Grenache fruit and weights it. Now, whether that is your "thing" or not is up for discussion, but it is clear that there is a style difference between the Ovitelli and the High Sands. This is unerringly elegant and svelte, polished, expressive and effortless. It sails through the mouth. It is sensational. The tannins are absolutely the highlight, finely milled and poudre-like in texture. 14.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap. The High Sands vineyard is a beautiful, "open-to-the-sky" bush vine vineyard that was planted in 1946. The Block 31 section, which is where the fruit for this wine is sourced from, is 1.7 hectares and sits on the cap of the gentle hill upon which the vines are planted. This is where the deepest deposit of sandy soil is. Handpicked and sorted on the fancy table in the winery, 50% whole berries were fermented in open fermenters, and it was on the skins for a minimum of 21 days. It had a wild ferment and no pressings in the final wine. It matured on the lees in a combination of large, old French foudres and ceramic eggs.
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Varietal: Grenache

Grenache grapes have long been cultivated in various parts of Europe, and are noted for being particularly successful in arid regions which are both hot and very dry. As such, they are ideal for many New World countries, and have quickly established themselves as one of the most widely grown red wine grape varietals in the world. The Grenache grape is easily identifiable by its purple skin, and tightly hanging bunches which grow quite rigorously in the correct conditions. They are most commonly associated with light bodied wines, with little tannins or acidity, yet quite a high alcohol content. As such, they are very versatile, and are regularly used for both single variety and blended wines, in which their strong and unique features can shine through.
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Region: Fleurieu

Made up of five distinct provinces, thanks to the range of micro-climates the region offers, the Fleurieu Peninsula has proven to be one of the most exciting and unique of all Australia's wine regions. Displaying excellent Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon vines, amongst many others, Fleurieu's superb Mediterranean style climate allows grapes to grow and ripen to their fullest. Typically, Fleurieu wines express plenty of fascinating features and delicious, fruit-forward flavors that come about from the brilliant sunshine, tempered by cooling oceanic breezes. Vintners in Fleurieu are renowned for their innovation, and for taking advantage of the range of topographical and geological features in the region, and as such, wines from Fleurieu have gained much attention over the past few decades for their excellence, and their fascinating characteristics.
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Country: Australia

Despite much of Australia being covered by dry, arid deserts and bushland, the southern regions of the country and islands such as Tasmania have proved to be ideal for vineyard cultivation and wine production. The fertile soils and brisk oceanic breezes, coupled with the blazing Australian sunshine allow the grapes to grow to full ripeness before a late harvest, resulting in hugely flavorful wines which appeal to a wide international audience. Combine this with the experimental and daring approach Australian wineries have in regards to wine production, and it becomes clear why Australia has relatively quickly become something of a world leader when it come to exporting their produce to Europe and America. The Shiraz and Chardonnay grape varietals have produced the most successful and broadly appreciated results over the decades, however, in more recent years wineries have begun experimenting with a much wider range of grape varietals, demonstrating how Australian wineries are continuing to adapt and develop alongside international palates.
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green grapes

Varietal: Grenache

Grenache grapes have long been cultivated in various parts of Europe, and are noted for being particularly successful in arid regions which are both hot and very dry. As such, they are ideal for many New World countries, and have quickly established themselves as one of the most widely grown red wine grape varietals in the world. The Grenache grape is easily identifiable by its purple skin, and tightly hanging bunches which grow quite rigorously in the correct conditions. They are most commonly associated with light bodied wines, with little tannins or acidity, yet quite a high alcohol content. As such, they are very versatile, and are regularly used for both single variety and blended wines, in which their strong and unique features can shine through.
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Region: Fleurieu

Made up of five distinct provinces, thanks to the range of micro-climates the region offers, the Fleurieu Peninsula has proven to be one of the most exciting and unique of all Australia's wine regions. Displaying excellent Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon vines, amongst many others, Fleurieu's superb Mediterranean style climate allows grapes to grow and ripen to their fullest. Typically, Fleurieu wines express plenty of fascinating features and delicious, fruit-forward flavors that come about from the brilliant sunshine, tempered by cooling oceanic breezes. Vintners in Fleurieu are renowned for their innovation, and for taking advantage of the range of topographical and geological features in the region, and as such, wines from Fleurieu have gained much attention over the past few decades for their excellence, and their fascinating characteristics.
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Country: Australia

Despite much of Australia being covered by dry, arid deserts and bushland, the southern regions of the country and islands such as Tasmania have proved to be ideal for vineyard cultivation and wine production. The fertile soils and brisk oceanic breezes, coupled with the blazing Australian sunshine allow the grapes to grow to full ripeness before a late harvest, resulting in hugely flavorful wines which appeal to a wide international audience. Combine this with the experimental and daring approach Australian wineries have in regards to wine production, and it becomes clear why Australia has relatively quickly become something of a world leader when it come to exporting their produce to Europe and America. The Shiraz and Chardonnay grape varietals have produced the most successful and broadly appreciated results over the decades, however, in more recent years wineries have begun experimenting with a much wider range of grape varietals, demonstrating how Australian wineries are continuing to adapt and develop alongside international palates.