2023 Vanguardist V Grenache

• Producer: Vanguardist
• Varietal: Grenache
• Region: McLaren Vale
• Alcohol: 13.9%
• Net volume: 750ml
• Vintage: 2023

VINTAGE:
The 2023 growing season was marked by ample winter rain, followed by a cool and moist spring. These conditions delayed budburst and slowed shoot growth, resulting in a late flowering and fruit set. The cool summer extended the ripening process further, leading to a slightly delayed but short harvest period. These unique seasonal influences contributed to the wine’s refined acidity, captivating tension, fine tannins, lifted fruit expression, and distinct mineral notes.

HARVEST:
Hand harvested over a 10-day period, with the first pick, March 16, and concluding with the third pick on March 26. The yields were down from the 2022, averaging around 30HL/Ha. Slightly below the long-term average.

WINEMAKING PROCESS:
With 60% whole bunch inclusion, the fruit underwent its meticulously gentle fermentation process over an average period of seven weeks. The wine was then further aged for 17 months in 22HL Slavonian Oak Foudre, This time allowed elevage through a
second winter, and the wine was racked early spring to prepare for bottling.
Bottled without fining or filtration at the optimal natural ambient temperature in November 2024.

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