Ox Hardy Grenache

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Vintage: 2020McLaren Vale, SAALC: 14.5% No need for a blanket with this warming wonder! The perfect mix of fruit from 2 subzones, the warmer McLaren Flat and the cooler, more eleva ted Blewitt Springs. Crisp and lively florals, roses and lavender. Red berries, a touch of cinnamon and strawberry, with a hint of spicy stalk. Juicy, opulent red fruits and a lovely warming spice. Sweet, bright cherries compliment soft, abundant chalky tannins. A sensible approach. Aromas of kirsch, violet, clove and bergamot. Decant aggressively to open it up. Say ‘limited amounts of easy drinking, handcrafted McLaren Vale wine’, and you’ve got our attention. Say it’s made by Andrew ‘Ox’ Hardy, and we’re hooked. Known nearly as much for his elegant pink shirts as his elegant winemaking style, Andrew’s minimalist winemaking philosophy has been passed down and perfected over five generations. With an 1871 block on his hands, Andrew’s not afraid to experiment with the best of the old and the new. Just how we like it. Show more