Ricca Terra Soldiers’ Land Grenache 2025 from the Riverland is a vibrant, soulful red that honours old‑vine fruit and the region’s soldier‑settler history while still feeling utterly modern and smashable. The nose is all cherry, raspberry and redcurrant, with hints of rose petal, jelly jubes and a little earthy spice adding depth. On the palate, Ricca Terra Soldiers Land Grenache 2025 is mid‑weight and juicy, with bright acidity and fine sandy tannins keeping those plush red fruits in beautiful shape.

This is the sort of Riverland grenache that loves a bit of chill and a backyard barbecue – think snags, lamb skewers and peri‑peri chook. It’s also spot‑on with charcuterie, marinated veg and hard cheeses, where its lifted fruit and spice cut through salt and fat nicely. I’d pour it alongside wood‑fired pizza or a simple tomato‑based pasta for an easy mid‑week win.

Beyond the deliciousness, every bottle of Soldiers’ Land helps preserve historic old vineyards and supports the RSL, so you’re drinking something with real purpose as well as personality. That mix of story, sustainability and sheer drinkability makes this a cracking value Aussie grenache to keep on regular rotation in the Adelaide home rack.