Blewitt Springs Old Vine Grenache 2019 from Blewitt Springs Wine Co in McLaren Vale is all about pure, perfumed Grenache fruit, framed by gentle oak and that signature Blewitt Springs lift. Aged briefly in neutral American oak, it delivers an easygoing yet characterful expression of old‑vine McLaren Vale Grenache.

The nose on this Blewitt Springs Old Vine Grenache is fragrant with strawberries, violets and blackberry, leading into a well‑balanced palate of black cherry, raspberry, red plum, cloves and white pepper. Medium‑bodied with soft tannins, it’s supple, juicy and very approachable, yet still detailed enough to keep Grenache lovers interested. Enjoy it now for its vibrant red‑fruit charm or cellar for up to eight years to let the spice and savoury notes deepen.

For food, this 2019 Old Vine Grenache is a cracking match with richer seafood, game dishes, veal, and lightly spiced Asian plates – think duck pancakes, soy‑glazed pork or chilli caramel fish. It’ll also work nicely with roast chicken, charcuterie and semi‑hard cheeses when you’re grazing. This is the sort of McLaren Vale Grenache that slips easily from mid‑week dinners to long, lazy Sunday lunches.