The Aphelion Welkin Grenache 2024 embodies the essence of McLaren Vale with its rich aromas and vibrant colour. On the nose, it bursts with intense scents of ripe cherry, raspberry, and blackberry, layered with hints of smoked meat and cracked pepper. This is complemented by a deep ruby hue that glistens in the glass. On the palate, the wine is velvety and full-bodied, showcasing a perfect balance of fruit and spice. The flavours of dark berries and plums are elevated by notes of vanilla, cloves, and a touch of oak. The tannins are smooth and well-integrated, leading to a long and satisfying finish. Crafted by the expert hands of Aphelion in South Australia, this vintage is a true representation of the incredible potential of Grenache in the McLaren Vale region. Enjoy now or cellar for future indulgence.
Critic Reviews
93 POINTS
Marcus Ellis - Halliday's Wine Companion
Half from Blewitt Springs (80-year-old vines) and half further south; 20% whole bunch, with 10 months in seasoned oak. As always, a clear bottle and a pale hue, speaking to application perhaps. And yes, immediacy seems the remit, the wine bright and forward, but thoughtfully so. It's spicy and zippy, sans confection, filigreed in texture, with a sour-fruited, rhubarb-laced tension adding complexity, a graphite mineral note elevating further. This fits the – sometimes tiresome – warm-climate pinot noir comparison, but it also shouts grenache, the arriviste that we should all be paying more attention to. A delight.
92 POINTS
Gary Walsh - The Wine Front
It’s packaged in a clear bottle which gives an idea of style.
Red fruit, spice, distinct floral perfume, some spicy sausage and light smokiness. It’s light in body, quite frisky, red fruits and dried herb, some orange peel, a positive gentle pumice stone grip to tannin, with a bright and tangy finish of good length. Nice. Easy to drink, but also has a fair bit of complexity. All the nouveau/joven things here, and done very well too.
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Tasting Notes
The Aphelion Welkin Grenache 2024 embodies the essence of McLaren Vale with its rich aromas and vibrant colour. On the nose, it bursts with intense scents of ripe cherry, raspberry, and blackberry, layered with hints of smoked meat and cracked pepper. This is complemented by a deep ruby hue that glistens in the glass. On the palate, the wine is velvety and full-bodied, showcasing a perfect balance of fruit and spice. The flavours of dark berries and plums are elevated by notes of vanilla, cloves, and a touch of oak. The tannins are smooth and well-integrated, leading to a long and satisfying finish. Crafted by the expert hands of Aphelion in South Australia, this vintage is a true representation of the incredible potential of Grenache in the McLaren Vale region. Enjoy now or cellar for future indulgence.