Robert Oatley Signature Series Grenache G-24 2024 is a vibrant, perfumed McLaren Vale Grenache of immediate appeal and genuine regional character — crafted by winemakers Larry Cherubino and Debbie Lauritz from grapes sourced at the southern end of McLaren Vale, Australia’s foremost region for Grenache. Classic raspberry, rose petals, and fragrant aromatics on the nose; soft tannins on the palate; unwooded and similar in weight and body to a young Pinot Noir, Tempranillo, or Sangiovese. Best enjoyed at least lightly chilled to allow its lifted aromatics and bright, breezy personality to shine. A “darned good drink” — as Bob Oatley always intended.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Bright, vibrant ruby with a luminous clarity — the fresh, inviting colour of a McLaren Vale Grenache of genuine character and finesse, with the vibrancy and purity that unwooded winemaking and southern McLaren Vale fruit deliver.
Aroma
Vibrant and immediately perfumed — classic raspberry and rose petals lead with freshness and fragrance, with lifted aromatics and a bright, breezy personality that define this style of McLaren Vale Grenache. Serve lightly chilled to allow the full aromatic expression to shine.
Palate
Fresh, elegant, and immediately appealing — raspberry and fragrant red fruit carry through a palate of genuine finesse and balance, with soft tannins providing a gentle structure similar in weight and body to a young Pinot Noir, Tempranillo, or Sangiovese. Unwooded, bright, and deeply satisfying.
Pairs With
Robert Oatley Grenache G-24 2024 pairs beautifully with charcuterie, roasted chicken, duck, lamb cutlets, mushroom dishes, and Mediterranean fare — best served lightly chilled to complement its lifted aromatics and bright, breezy character.
