2023 Hewitson UNGRAFTED Grenache 750ml Utopos signalling concentration and elegance

signalling concentration and elegance

The Pinot Noir is sourced from one of the region’s oldest vineyards

Peak Drinking: Now – 2013

Cyclone Gita in February brought significant rainfall and some botrytis pressure with grapes riper than usual for that time of year

2023 Hewitson UNGRAFTED Grenache 750ml Utopos signalling concentration and eleganceThese ungrafted Grenache vines yield grapes meticulously handpicked and undergo whole bunch fermentation in open vats. After maturation in aged French barrels on lees, the wine is thoughtfully racked and bottled as a limited edition cuve. Alcohol ABV: 13. 5% Critic tasting note: (2023 vintage) "As I was pouring this wine the pale ruby tones hinted this was going to be a cracker. I am loving this new wave of ethereal Grenaches, and this wine does not