Tasting Notes for Yangarra Circle Grenache Blanc 2024 from the Winery

Discover a refreshing alternative white wine perfect for sunny days. Our Grenache Blanc bursts with zesty citrus, green apple and subtle floral notes. Its vibrant acidity and textural mid-palate make it a delightful companion for alfresco dining, whether paired with chargrilled seafood or soft, creamy cheeses. Grown in our organic, biodynamic vineyard in McLaren Vale’s elevated northeast, this wine captures the lively spirit of the region.

Vintage notes

A normal wet winter was followed by a picturesque dry spring. The long-range weather patterns indicated a shift from La Niña towards El Niño, which favours drier and hotter conditions. In these warmer seasons, we adjust our practices to encourage slightly higher yields and more canopy cover. However, the unexpected summer rainfall in December and January presented a unique challenge, resulting in larger bunches and berry development. Warm conditions prevailed through February and early March, promoting ripening of flavours and sugars with the balance we were aiming for. The warmth led to an intense couple of weeks, during which we harvested the majority of the grapes. 

Winemakers notes

Hand-picked, pressed to ceramic egg and stainless steel tank for fermentation. Matured in ceramic egg and old French oak barriques on lees for 4 months before blending. Bottled September 2024. Certified Organic and Biodynamic.

Yangarra

Yangarra is a single-vineyard estate situated in the north-east of the McLaren Vale region, South Australia. Yangarra’s combination of ancient geology, high altitude and Mediterranean climate provides the ideal growing conditions for the best grape varieties of the southern Rhône.

Technical Notes

Variety: 100% Grenache blanc
Alcohol: 13.0%
Ph: 3.42
Titratable Acidity: 4.4 g/L
Soil: Sandy Loam over clay
Region: Blewitt Springs, McLaren Vale

(SKU: YG_CIGB_CV)