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Thistledown Thorny Devil Grenache 2022

€24.99

The crew at Thistledown are Grenache-obsessed - they know how fantastic the McLaren Vale region is at producing stellar Grenache, and they sure love to show it off. An excellent example of a well made, boutique wine.

This is one old vine Grenache to really sip and savour. The fruit comes from multiple vineyards, each parcel hand-picked and vinified separately with around 30% whole bunches ensuring maximum fruit purity. The resulting wine has the characteristic McLaren Vale perfume and spice but there is a beguiling texture and perfume that keeps you interested. Delicately red in colour and bursting with flavours of vibrant wild strawberry and spice, with a fine, silky finish on the palate.

Such an excellent wine for the price point. The perfect way to dip a toe into the wonderful world of McLaren Vale Grenache without breaking the bank.

Fruit for Thorny Devil comes from a variety of some of the finest vineyards in McLaren Vale. Old bush trained vines and sandy, mineral strewn vineyards ensure that this is amongst our most delicious Grenaches.

In 2014, the vineyard the fruit came from performed out of its skin and it was while in the vineyard that they came across a little lizardy fellow called a Thorny Devil. They liked the name and the fruit produced beautiful wine and so decided that it was high enough quality to be bottled on its own. Thorny Devil comes from a variety of sites, all of which have in common that that they are old, bush trained and dry grown. 

A beautiful match for game meats, North African lamb and charcuterie.


Region: McLaren Vale

Country: Australia

Grape(s): Mataro, Grenache

Style: Smooth, Rich, Powerful, Medium Bodied, Full, Fruity, Elegant, Dry, Dark, Complex, Balanced

Best food matches: Wild Boar, Venison, Tapas, Steak, Roasts, Ribs, Red Meats, Lamb, Grills, Game, Duck, Charcuterie, Casseroles

Alcohol: 14%

Why buy from us?

When you buy wine from The Allotment Wine Co. you're helping a small Irish company that in turn supports small, sustainable wine producers who grow the grapes and make amazing wines. We only work with partners who share a deep respect and connection with the land and its traditions, witnessed in a firm commitment to quality and sustainability. All of which makes for better wines.

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And you're very welcome to The Allotment Wine Co.

When you wine from me, you're supporting a small Irish business which in turn supports small, sustainable wine producers, as well as other small, dedicated Irish wine importers.

When selecting wines, I look for partners who share a deep respect and connection with the land and its traditions, witnessed in a firm commitment to quality and sustainability. All of which makes for better wines.