Hedonist Wines Grenache Ecology

100% Grenache from an organic/biodynamic certified (NASAA) vineyard in Kangarilla, a relatively cooler site within the McLaren Vale region, with rich loam over clay soils. Hand-picked (began on 27 March 2021). 3-day cold soaked. ~15% whole bunch, and whole berry vinifcation by indigenous yeast in open fermenters. Aged 10 months in a 3rd fill 4500L French oak foudre. 14% Abv. Background: The Hedonist winemaking team comprises of Walter Clappis, a veteran winemaker of 36 vintages, daughter, Kimberly and her spouse …