d'Arenberg

d'Arenberg The Custodian Grenache

4.0
Expert Rating
3.7
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
d'Arenberg The Custodian Grenache is a premium wine produced by d'Arenberg, a renowned winery in McLaren Vale, Australia. The grapes are sourced from the winery's own vineyards, which are known for their unique soil composition and ideal growing conditions. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including open-top fermentation and basket pressing, resulting in a wine that is rich in flavor and complexity. The Custodian Grenache is a full-bodied wine with a deep ruby color and aromas of dark fruit, spice, and earthy notes. On the palate, it is smooth and velvety, with flavors of black cherry, plum, and a hint of vanilla. This wine is a perfect example of the high-quality Grenache wines that McLaren Vale is known for.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This d'Arenberg The Custodian Grenache is a delightful expression of Grenache from the McLaren Vale in South Australia.The nose is full of ripe raspberry and red currant aromatics, with a hint of white pepper spice. On the palate, the ripe fruit flavors are complemented by a savory, earthy complexity and a bright acidity. The tannins are nicely integrated, and the finish is long and lingering. Enjoy this Grenache now or cellar for up to five years.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Firm
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Grenache
Grenache
ORIGINS
Winery:  d'Arenberg
Region:  McLaren Vale
McLaren Vale is an important wine-producing region in the Fleurieu Peninsula, south of Australian. It is renowned for its award-winning Shiraz, as well as other grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Mourvedre, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. McLaren Vale has a long and proud history of winemaking, with the first vines planted in the region in 1838. The region’s first commercial winery, Bleasdale, was established in 1850, and the region has been producing quality wines ever since. In the early 1900s, McLaren Vale was one of the most important wine regions in Australia, and it continues to be a major player in the Australian wine industry today.
CUSTOMER RATING
3.7
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