Seppeltsfield Grenache, Barossa, Australia

Aromatic lift, youthful energy, and crimson purity define the 2022 Seppeltsfield Grenache, a vibrant, unoaked expression of Barossa terroir with tension, elegance, and immediate charm. Crafted in the historic 1888 Gravity Cellar and bottled young in the ‘joven’ style, this wine celebrates the vivid fruit character and natural vitality of Grenache from Seppeltsfield’s western ridge.

Product Details:

• Varietal: 100% Grenache
• ABV: 14%
• Vineyard: Seppeltsfield Estate, Western Ridge
• Winemaking: Joven style; no oak maturation; vinified in the 1888 Gravity Cellar for gentle extraction
• Winemaker: Fiona Donald

Sensory Description:

Bright ruby in color with youthful purple hues, the nose opens with lifted aromas of dark cherry, cranberry, allspice, and floral musk. The palate is succulent and pure, layering red fruits with notes of star anise, graphite, and a touch of lavender. Fine, powdery tannins provide graceful structure, and the finish hums with vibrancy and clarity, light on its feet yet deeply expressive.

Awards & Accolades:

• Trophy — Best Grenache in Show, Royal Adelaide Wine Show (2022)
• Gold — Adelaide Wine Show (2022, Best Grenache of Show)
• Silver — Barossa Wine Show (2022)
• Bronze — Marananga Wine Show (2022)
• 92 — James Suckling
  “Bright aromas of star anise and pomegranate fill out the medium-bodied palate… ripeness with an engaging lightness of touch.”
• The Real Review — Stuart Knox
  “Still very youthful and primal, but everything points in the right direction for a future star… not that I wouldn't drink several glasses now anyway.”

Winemaker's Background:

Founded in 1851, Seppeltsfield is one of Australia’s most iconic estates, celebrated for both its historic fortified wines and the recent renaissance of its luxury still wine collection. Under the guidance of Chief Winemaker Fiona Donald, the estate continues to innovate within tradition. Wines like this unoaked Grenache are crafted in the restored 1888 Gravity Cellar, enabling gentle extraction and small-batch precision. With deep Barossan roots and a forward-looking philosophy, Seppeltsfield is once again defining excellence in Australian winemaking.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve slightly chilled at 55–60°F for optimal aromatic clarity. Pair with charcuterie, grilled lamb skewers, or roasted beet salad with goat cheese. Also excellent with herb-roasted poultry or light Mediterranean fare.

The 2022 Seppeltsfield Grenache is bright, expressive, and unadorned, a benchmark joven-style red that invites both immediate enjoyment and a glimpse of what Barossa Grenache can be.