TASTING NOTES FOR Kilikanoon Kelly’s Grenache Clare Valley South Australia 2013

🍷 Appearance
Medium garnet red with brick-red edges showing graceful bottle development. Bright and elegant in the glass with excellent clarity.

👃 Aromas
Complex and beautifully evolved, displaying aromas of red cherry, raspberry and wild strawberry layered with dried herbs, spice and rose petal notes. Subtle earthy undertones, leather and delicate savoury complexity add further intrigue.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and silky, delivering vibrant red berry fruits, cherry and plum flavours balanced by savoury spice and gentle earthy nuances. The palate is refined and harmonious, showing impressive maturity while still retaining freshness and energy.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Soft, velvety tannins and balanced acidity provide a smooth, elegant mouthfeel. The finish is long and savoury with lingering red fruits, spice and subtle dried herb complexity.

🍇 Overall Style
A beautifully matured Clare Valley Grenache showing finesse, savoury depth and elegant bottle development. Graceful and expressive, this wine highlights the charm and complexity of aged Australian Grenache.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Ideal with roast duck, lamb cutlets, Mediterranean dishes, chargrilled vegetables or mature semi-hard cheeses.

🍷 BBD Verdict
A refined and beautifully aged Grenache delivering elegance, savoury complexity and outstanding drinkability. A superb addition to a premium mixed dozen for lovers of mature Australian reds.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷