The 2022 S.C. Pannell No. 220 Grenache is a vibrant McLaren Vale Grenache that highlights the purity and character of old-vine fruit from one of Australia’s leading champions of the variety. Sourced from carefully selected vineyards across the region, this wine showcases the elegance and freshness that have become hallmarks of modern McLaren Vale Grenache. The nose is lifted and aromatic, revealing notes of raspberry, red cherry and wild strawberry alongside hints of white pepper, dried herbs, violet and subtle spice.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with silky tannins and bright natural acidity that provide energy and balance. Flavours of juicy red berries, cranberry and cherry are layered with savoury notes of liquorice, earth and spice, creating a wine that is both expressive and finely structured. The texture is supple and refined, leading to a long, fresh finish with lingering red fruit and mineral detail.
Ben’s Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent choice for customers who enjoy fragrant, medium-bodied reds with plenty of personality and food-friendly appeal. Its bright fruit profile, savoury complexity and fine tannin structure make it a natural match for grilled lamb, duck, chargrilled vegetables, wood-fired pizza and Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Drinking beautifully now, it also has the balance to develop additional complexity over the next 8–12 years.
