Yangarra Old Vine Grenache

2023 | McLaren Vale | Grenache

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96 Points James Halliday Wine Companion McLaren Vale, where Yangarra's gnarly bush vines, planted in 1946, defy the o...
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96 Points James Halliday Wine Companion

McLaren Vale, where Yangarra's gnarly bush vines, planted in 1946, defy the odds to deliver one of Australia's most celebrated Grenache wines. The 2023 Old Vine Grenache is a masterpiece of elegance and complexity, weaving together the prettiest and most delicate expressions from this cool vintage.

On the nose, it’s a perfumed bouquet of cherry, cranberry, and wild raspberry, accented by hints of rosehip, dried orange peel, and delicate red florals. The palate is equally captivating, with fine, savoury tannins that drive through layers of red fruits and intricate spices. This biodynamic and organic-certified gem is aged in French oak, ceramic eggs, and amphora, resulting in a wine that balances tradition and innovation.

From its silky texture to its persistent finish, this Grenache is as sophisticated as it is approachable. A wine for the connoisseur and the adventurer alike. Order now to secure your bottle of this timeless treasure!

A bottle of Yangarra 2023 Old Vine Grenache with its elegant label, showcasing the legacy of McLaren Vale’s 1946-planted bush vines.

96 Points James Halliday Wine Companion

From the estate’s 1946-planted bush vines. Half whole berries, half crushed, with gentle pump overs and extended maceration on some parcels up to seven months; matured in older French puncheons, foudre, ceramic eggs and amphorae. This is quite a different wine to the 2022. That’s a tale of two seasons. Both cool, but the buttress of natural tannin in the 2022 is commanding and it is more compressed, needing time. This is prettily lifted, with cherry, cranberry, rosehip, dried orange peel, wild raspberry and red florals. It’s a gloriously fine and elegant expression of this cuvée, but it has tannic drive, line and length, savouriness, flavour depth and detail. Excellent.
Marcus Ellis

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About this Wine

Sourced from 13.3 hectares of dry-grown bush vines planted in 1946 on sandy dunes in McLaren Vale, this Grenache epitomises elegance. Hand-picked, wild-fermented, and aged in a mix of French oak, ceramic eggs, and amphora, the 2023 vintage is a graceful reflection of cool-climate winemaking. With cherry, cranberry, and savoury tannins, it’s a true standout.

Winemaker's Notes

The 2023 Old Vine Grenache is a triumph of balance and finesse. Cool weather and thoughtful vineyard practices ensured vibrant fruit and natural tannin structures. Extended maceration and gentle handling created a wine that is floral, delicate, yet deeply flavoured. The hallmark tannins make this vintage incredibly elegant, with Marcus Ellis praising its "flavour depth and detail."

Cellaring Recommendations

Enjoy now for its fine and lifted floral notes or cellar for up to 12–15 years to let its tannins soften and complexity evolve.

Further Information

Sourced from 13.3 hectares of dry-grown bush vines planted in 1946 on sandy dunes in McLaren Vale, this Grenache epitomises elegance. Hand-picked, wild-fermented, and aged in a mix of French oak, ceramic eggs, and amphora, the 2023 vintage is a graceful reflection of cool-climate winemaking. With cherry, cranberry, and savoury tannins, it’s a true standout.

Yangarra Old Vine Grenache


Yangarra Estate is a pioneer of biodynamic winemaking, crafting wines that express the purity and power of McLaren Vale. With a legacy rooted in their 1946 bush vines, they use minimal intervention methods to highlight the natural elegance and complexity of their grapes. From amphora aging to gentle maceration, Yangarra is at the forefront of innovation while staying true to tradition.

About McLaren Vale, South Australia:
Known for its sandy soils, coastal breezes, and sun-drenched vineyards, McLaren Vale produces some of the world’s finest Grenache. Yangarra’s historic "Beach" site showcases the region’s ability to combine structure with elegance, creating a truly iconic wine.

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