The Grenache comes from Sue Trott’s Home Block in Blewitt Springs and Bernard Smart’s vineyard in Clarendon. The former bush vine on sand and the latter bush vine of clay loams with quartz and ironstone. The Shiraz components come from Joel Mattschoss’ Shiraz on Mengler’s Hill and 2 blocks of Andy Kalleske’s blocks in Koonunga/Ebenezer.

An intoxicating, ethereal nose of sweet, spicy black cherry, cassis and balsam. The palate unravels its silky, textural beauty over the palate. Draped with wild strawberry, north African spice, autumnal wood smoke and hints of smoky, grilled meats, it displays an elegant persistence.

95pts – Robert Parker Wine Advocate (Erin Larkin)

The 2021 Distant Light Grenache Shiraz is polished and spicy and supple, with an unbroken flow of flavor across the palate. The tannins from both Shiraz and Grenache swirl in concert, like a perfectly linked DNA chain from front to back. The wine is polished and succulent, with saturated red and black fruits. The Grenache component is from Blewitt Springs and Clarendon in McLaren Vale, and the Shiraz is from the Barossa, Ebenezer and Mengler's Hill. Talk about blending super regions and super varieties. It's a glossy wine, totally lustrous and sleek. Between you and me, the tannins manage to retain their savory/earthy/gritty countenance amid the sea of fruit, and this juxtaposition is the secret to its success.