Kilikanoon ‘Walton 1946’ Grenache, Clare Valley
Bottle No. 1011 of 3,200 | 266 cases produced
An exceptional Grenache from the historic bush vines of the Hills of Leasingham, planted in 1946. Hand-picked, basket-pressed and matured in French oak puncheons, this is a wine of extraordinary depth, elegance and character. Brilliant ruby in colour, with captivating aromas of orange rind, marmalade, cloves, exotic spice, subtle musk and Darrell Lea red liquorice.
The palate is simply magnificent, combining immense power with remarkable finesse. Rich, layered fruit flows effortlessly across fine, silky tannins, revealing an intriguing, almost quirky complexity that speaks to the individuality of these ancient vines. There is a distinctly Châteauneuf-du-Pape quality to its flavour, texture and graceful persistence. A truly exceptional wine, drinking beautifully now. With just 266 cases produced, this stands as an icon of Australian Grenache.
Vino Masters Score: 98 / 100
★★★★★ Exceptional, profound and beautifully elegant
Drink now to 2040
