TASTING NOTES FOR Hentley Farm Old Legend Grenache Barossa Valley South Australia 2022

🍷 Appearance
Light to medium ruby with bright clarity and a vibrant, Pinot-like translucency in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Highly perfumed and complex, showing raspberry, red cherry and pomegranate with lifted florals. Layers of dried citrus peel, spice and subtle herbal notes add intrigue and finesse.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and beautifully composed, delivering juicy red berry fruits, cherry and plum with hints of spice and savoury earth. The fruit is pure and expressive, balanced by freshness and fine structure.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky and textural with fine, elegant tannins. The finish is long and refined, showing lingering red fruit, spice and a gentle savoury edge with excellent balance.

🍇 Overall Style
A benchmark Barossa Grenache—perfumed, elegant and beautifully layered. Combines purity of fruit with savoury complexity and a refined, modern style that emphasises finesse over power.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with duck, lamb, charcuterie or Mediterranean-style dishes. Also excellent with roasted vegetables and mushroom-based meals.

BBD Verdict
A premium Grenache that delivers serious class—perfumed, silky and beautifully balanced. A standout for mixed dozens when you want to showcase a modern Barossa Grenache with elegance, complexity and real drinkability.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen