1996 Grenache Magnum 1.5L

Grenache has its origins in Spain, in particular the Northern Province of Aragon.  A favourite in Southern Australia due to its ability to withstand extremes of heat, aridity and wind, it produces wines of exceptional quality, providing yields are kept low (around 2 tonnes/acre or approximately 32 hectolitres/HA).  The vines are traditionally spur pruned, in the goblet style of Southern France. 

Grenache has been a very popular variety in The Barossa Valley and has traditionally been the mainstay of fortified winemaking.  A major decline in the consumption of fortified wine styles during the 1960s and 1970s saw many Grenache Vines removed.  Renewed interest in the variety as a dry table wine has meant that the few old vines that do remain are now highly prized. 

This wine is made from 75 year old Grenache vines grown on the Turkey Flat Vineyard.

These old vines produce fantastically concentrated fruit which translates into a style of Grenache for which Turkey Flat has become famous.  The 1996 growing season provided outstanding conditions and is noted as one of the best vintage’s in the Barossa’s history. 
It displays concentrated dark cherries and plums, overlain with warmth ad peppery spices.