TASTING NOTES FOR Kilikanoon Duke Reserve Grenache Clare Valley South Australia 2013

🍷 Appearance
Bright garnet red with subtle brick-red hues showing graceful bottle maturity. Elegant and refined in the glass with excellent clarity.

👃 Aromas
Highly expressive and beautifully evolved, revealing red cherry, raspberry and wild strawberry layered with dried rose petal, spice and subtle earthy notes. Hints of leather, dried herbs and savoury complexity add depth and character.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and wonderfully poised, delivering vibrant red berry fruits, cherry and plum flavours balanced by savoury spice and fine earthy undertones. The palate is silky and harmonious, showing excellent maturity while retaining freshness and elegance.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Soft, fine-grained tannins and lively acidity create a polished and seamless mouthfeel. The finish is long, savoury and persistent with lingering spice, red fruits and delicate dried herb notes.

🍇 Overall Style
A beautifully matured Clare Valley Grenache showing elegance, finesse and savoury complexity. Gracefully aged and highly expressive, this wine highlights the charm and sophistication of premium old-vine Grenache.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast lamb, duck, chargrilled pork, Mediterranean cuisine or mature cheeses.

🍷 BBD Verdict
A refined and character-filled Grenache offering outstanding maturity, elegance and drinkability. A superb choice for lovers of aged Australian reds and a standout inclusion in a premium mixed dozen.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷