{"product_id":"2024-vanguardist-grenache-copy","title":"2024 Vanguardist Mourvedre","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Vanguardist range represents the epitome of what we are about. Pushing the realms of standard winemaking to deliver intrigue, excitement and full recognition of this special and distinct terroir. Ultimate dedication to the craft of viticulture and winemaking, encapsulated in a bottle – through our lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSINGLE SITE: MOURVÈDRE SOURCED FROM BLEWITT SPRINGS, MCLAREN VALE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVINEYARD:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eAt the core of our winemaking philosophy is a profound belief in the potential of Rhône varieties here in South Australia. This focus is an integral part of our master plan, guiding every step of our winemaking journey. This is the fourth iteration of this wine, and grown just a stone's throw away from the Vanguardist Grenache (Rende) site. We have become staunch advocates of the potential Mourvèdre, presented as a single variety, and how it is defined in the Australian terroir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVINTAGE:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThe season began under unsettled conditions, with significant rainfall and strong winds through flowering. As the season progressed, conditions shifted dramatically, turning dry and warm, with a notable February heatwave tightening the harvest window and intensifying fruit concentration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eDespite these challenges, the vintage has delivered wines with structure, depth, and impressive length, with Grenache and Syrah once again proving their ability to endure and excel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHARVEST:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eHand harvested on the 14th March.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVINIFICATION:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eApproximately one-third of the fruit was retained as whole bunches and was fermented gently for one month before drain and press. The wine was then matured for 18 months in two puncheons, one two years old and the other five years old, before being racked in early spring in preparation for bottling in December.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e__________________________________________________________________________________________\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg white-space-prewrap font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eClosure: DIAM Origine 10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eFS02: at bottling 23ppm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eTSO2: 58ppm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003epH: 3.78\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eTA: 5.9g\/L\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eAlcohol: 13.6%\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eBottle when empty: 450g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e_________________________________________________________________________________________\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDOWNLOAD PREVIOUS VINTAGE TECHNICAL SHEETS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2022 Vanguardist Mourvèdre \u003cbr\u003e2021 Vanguardist Mourvèdre\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e2020  Vanguardist Mourvèdre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e__________________________________________________________________________________________\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE WINE FRONT\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne third whole bunch. Two puncheons, one two year old, the other five years old. From the Yangarra Vineyard, and I believe the last one from this site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlum, spices, floral notes, an earthy new leather guttural thing lends great appeal, black pepper, almond paste, some green herb, but such perfume! Medium-bodied, quite soft and nutty, dried herbs, some orange peel, sandy and suede-like tannin, with plenty of grip on the finish, closes with spice and perfume. Very good. Mataro fanciers will be well pleased.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 POINTS\u003cbr\u003eGARY WALSH\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e________________________________________________________________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHALLIDAY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThe last year for fruit from this source in Blewitt Springs, with the Lennon vineyard likely filling the void. Anyway, this from a peerless source, fermented with about a third whole bunches and a month on skins, then pressed to a pair of puncheons, two and five years old. There was also a vintage skipped in '23, but there are clear echoes of the excellent '22. Blue fruits and florals, iodine, lilac, crème de violette, lavender, blackberry, saltbush, pepper, star anise, celery salt, a graphite mineral quality, cracked slate, something maritime, a winter oyster’s briny intensity. Umami notes, kombu and roasted nori. Bountiful, detailed, fine and unmistakably natural tannins complete an exceptional package.\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96+ POINTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARCUS ELLIS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vanguardist Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44038379569194,"sku":null,"price":74.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/6242\/files\/24VMourvedre_d1086a4a-ad4d-4b39-a7f5-c0ff7c77a008.jpg?v=1774954149","url":"https:\/\/www.vanguardistwines.com\/products\/2024-vanguardist-grenache-copy","provider":"VANGUARDIST","version":"1.0","type":"link"}