Ochota Barrels 186 Grenache Mclaren Vale 2013

This vivid, translucent red presents a nose of striking mineral clarity, with high-toned red berry fruit laced with candied rose petals, subtle wood smoke, and licorice accents that develop with aeration. The palate presents impressive depth and energy, delivering sappy raspberry and bitter cherry flavors with impressive thrust and focus. Spicecake and anise nuances contribute additional layers of aromatic complexity. The finish displays fine precision and persistence, with fine-grained tannins providing subtle tension beneath concentrated red fruit liqueur notes that linger with solid intensity.