Thistledown Walking with Kings Roussanne Grenache Blanc

Thistledown Walking with Kings Roussanne Grenache Blanc 2023 from Thistledown Wines in South Australia is a Rhône‑inspired white that feels properly luxurious – richly textured, aromatic and complex, yet still bright and super drinkable. This Walking with Kings 2023 layers creamy, exotic Roussanne notes – mango, ripe apple, melon, white and yellow florals, vanilla pod and nougat – over the crisp green apple and citrus of Grenache Blanc, with hints of peanut brittle, banana and crushed stone adding savoury intrigue. The palate is generous and textural, with supple acidity, a core of pear and quince and a long, balanced finish that keeps you reaching for the next glass.

For food, Thistledown Walking with Kings Roussanne Grenache Blanc 2023 is a bit of a weapon with grilled haloumi and lemon, where that salty chew and sharp citrus lock perfectly into the wine’s texture and fruit. It’s equally at home with richer seafood – scallops, lobster or prawn skewers – and roast chook or pork with stone‑fruit relishes, thanks to its combination of weight, freshness and savoury spice notes. It’ll also shine alongside dishes with Middle Eastern accents, like spiced cauliflower, tahini‑dressed salads or honey‑roasted root veg, where its honeyed, nutty complexity really shows off.

Walking with Kings Roussanne Grenache Blanc 2023 is built from hand‑picked Roussanne from Sellicks Hills and biodynamic Grenache Blanc, wild‑fermented in French oak and barrel for serious detail and texture. It’s suitable for vegetarians and vegans, and previous vintages have pulled big scores – mid‑90s from Halliday and other top critics – underlining this wine’s reputation as one of Australia’s standout textured whites. If you’re chasing a South Australian white that’s more “fine dining” than day‑to‑day quaffer, Thistledown Walking with Kings 2023 is a brilliant, conversation‑starting bottle.