At a glance

Producer

Yangarra Estate Vineyard

Region

McLaren Vale, South Australia, Australia

Grape variety

Grenache (100%)

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$50-$70

Tasting profile

Red cherry and raspberry fruit interwoven with Mediterranean herbs, subtle spice, earthiness, and hints of floral notes.

Evolution: Fruit will integrate further with developing tertiary notes of leather, forest floor, and dried herbs as tannins soften.

At peak: Balanced and complex palate with elegant fruit concentration, seamless tannins, and lively acidity creating depth and length.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-High, providing freshness and aging ability

Tannins

Medium, fine-grained and well-integrated

Alcohol

Approximately 14.5%

Aging potential

10-15 years from vintage due to organic viticulture and balanced acidity-tannin structure

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2024 to 2055

Optimal window

2022 to 2058

Current status

Approaching peak drinking

Current condition

The 2018 vintage shows vibrant fruit with developing complexity. The wine benefits from additional bottle aging to reach full aromatic and textural potential.

The 2018 High Sands Grenache is made from organically farmed old-vine fruit in McLaren Vale's warm climate balanced by cooler site influences. The moderate alcohol and vibrant acidity support extended aging, allowing secondary and tertiary aromatics to emerge fully between 4-10 years post vintage.

Food pairing

Grilled lamb with rosemary, game birds, mushroom risotto, aged hard cheeses, and dishes with Provencal herbs complement the wine's earthy, spicy profile.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (30-45 minutes) — To allow the medium tannins to soften and release aromatic complexity.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 9/10

Yangarra Estate employs biodynamic farming principles, eliminating synthetic chemicals; uses minimal intervention in winemaking; energy-efficient winery operations; water conservation through dry-farming old vines.

The wine's production integrates both ecological and social sustainability aspects. Certified organic and biodynamic practices improve soil health and biodiversity. The estate's commitment to energy efficiency and low-impact viticulture aligns with reducing carbon emissions. Though exported internationally, use of biodynamic practices and minimalistic intervention contribute to an overall high sustainability rating.