Small Batch Grenache
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Typically best enjoyed within 3 to 8 years from vintage release.
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Roasted duck, slow-cooked lamb shanks, grilled Mediterranean vegetables
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Kilikanoon's Small Batch Grenache is a compelling tribute to the Clare Valley's unique microclimates and South Australia's rich history with Rhône varieties. Sourced from select, low-yielding vineyard parcels, this wine showcases the expressive, spicy, and bright red-fruit character that Grenache achieves in the region's elevated sites. The Clare Valley's dramatic diurnal temperature shifts—characterized by warm, sunny days and crisp, cool nights—allow the grapes to develop rich, concentrated flavors while retaining a vibrant natural acidity. Crafted using traditional, hands-on winemaking techniques such as open-top fermentation and gentle basket pressing, the wine is matured in seasoned French oak hogsheads. This careful oak regime ensures the wood complements rather than dominates the grape's natural elegance, resulting in a beautifully textured, terroir-driven expression of Clare Valley Grenache.
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Founded in 1997 by winemaker Kevin Mitchell, Kilikanoon is nestled in the picturesque Clare Valley of South Australia, operating from a historic property in Penwortham. The winery is celebrated for its meticulous, terroir-driven approach, sourcing fruit from diverse microclimates and ancient, ungrafted vines to craft wines of immense depth and character. Kilikanoon is particularly renowned for its powerful yet elegant Shiraz expressions, such as the flagship Oracle Shiraz and Covenant Shiraz, alongside exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, and crisp Clare Valley Rieslings. This dedication to expressing regional identity has earned the estate international acclaim as one of Australia's premier boutique wineries of the modern era.