Ben Murray Marananga Grenache 2023 from Ben Murray Wines in the Barossa’s Marananga parish is a seriously exciting, old‑vine style Grenache with depth, perfume and that distinct western‑Barossa savoury edge. This Ben Murray Marananga Grenache 2023 is built for Grenache lovers who want both richness and finesse.

On the nose, expect deep, serious intensity with dark satsuma plum, red cherry and red apple, layered with sweet plum, rich florals, thyme, baking spice, earth, purple flowers, ginger cake, red licorice and warm oak spice. The palate is succulent and silken, showing plump, juicy red and dark fruits with a generous mouthfeel, fine, unobtrusive tannins and a long, spice‑laced finish that stays bright and fresh.

This Marananga Grenache is magic with chargrilled lamb cutlets, spiced pork, char‑siu, wood‑fired pizza, roast chicken or a Moroccan‑spiced veggie tagine. It is also spot‑on slightly chilled for a long Adelaide lunch, and with mid‑90s scores and old‑vine pedigree behind the label, it’s a savvy buy for both the table and the cellar.