Stonegarden Northwest Grenache 2021 from Eden Valley is a beautifully pure, old‑vine Grenache that trades sheer power for perfume, finesse and cool‑climate line, making it a cracking option for Pinot and Rhône lovers alike at an Adelaide dinner. This Stonegarden Northwest Grenache 2021 comes off 1858 bush vines in the higher, stonier corner of the vineyard, giving elegance and lift.

On the nose you are looking at wild strawberry, raspberry and red cherry, with rose petal, pink peppercorn, citrus blossom and subtle forest floor and dried thyme notes. The palate is medium‑bodied, sleek and focused, with vivid red fruits, bright acidity and ultra‑fine, cashmere‑like tannins, plus a gentle mineral twist that keeps the finish long, savoury and incredibly food‑friendly. Stonegarden Northwest Grenache 2021 is deliberately transparent in style, letting the site do the talking.

This Stonegarden Northwest Grenache 2021 is a beaut match for duck breast, char siu pork, chargrilled lamb cutlets, earthy mushroom dishes or Mediterranean veg on the grill, where its perfume and spice really sing. It has picked up 93 points from Halliday and 96 points from Gary Walsh at The Wine Front, underlining its status as a serious, age‑worthy Eden Valley Grenache that still drinks wonderfully now with a light chill.