Alkimi Heathcote Grenache 2020 from Alkimi is a beautifully fragrant, lighter‑framed Grenache that leans more towards Pinot Noir in feel – bright, red‑fruited and spicy rather than heavy or jammy.winecompanion+2

Aromas are super‑lifted: red cherry and red candied fruits, blood orange, rose‑hip, wild fennel and dried herbs, with pencil shavings, vanilla bean and gentle spice adding complexity. On the palate it’s medium‑bodied, juicy and silky – red cherry and spice over fine, soft tannins, lively acidity and a savoury, slightly earthy edge, giving a wine that’s both easy to drink and quietly serious.winepilot+4

Food‑wise, Alkimi Heathcote Grenache 2020 is a terrific BBQ and bistro red – perfect with grilled lamb cutlets, spiced sausages, pork, chargrilled vegetables or Mediterranean‑style dishes, and just as happy with pizza, tapas or a simple roast chook. It’s a bright, modern Australian Grenache that showcases perfume, texture and drinkability in equal measure.