about this product

The vines that yield fruit for Yangarra’s acclaimed Old Vine Grenache were first planted in 1946. Made exclusively with 100% Grenache from Estate bush vines, this is an exceptional starting point to discover what Yangarra is all about.

Elegant complexity and perfume give life to Old Vine. Depth and freshness are in harmony, with red fruit shining through. Full bodied and with firm tannin structure, this is a pleasure to drink now, but would also reward with cellaring.

Region McLaren Vale

The McLaren Vale wine region is located between the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Gulf of St Vincent just South of Adelaide in South Australia. Historically it was John Reynell who established Chateau Reynella in 1838, and Thomas Hardy who purchased the historic Tintara in 1876, that kick started the development of the McLaren Vale wine industry. The climate is generally considered warm, although different aspects, altitude and the effect of the cooling ocean breezes moderate the climate within the different sub-regions of the Vale. A large number of soil types are present, although red-brown loams dominate. The biggest viticultural challenge is the potential for drought and the overall lack of water. Full bodied, robust and plush reds typify the McLaren Vale style. Plantings are dominated by Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, with smaller plantings of whites including Semillon, and Chardonnay. More recent plantings of Mediterranean varieties particularly suited to the climate, including Sangiovese, Tempranillo, Mourvedre, Savagnin and Fiano have also been very successful.