Thistledown
Thistledown Wines was by UK natives Fergal Tynan, and Giles Cooke, the two MWs met while they began their WSET studies and formed a fast and strong bond.
While they have vineyards and wineries across the globe, Thistledown holds a special place in their hearts, with many of Giles' first forays into MW wine travel happening around Australia.
With renowned local winemaker Peter Leske on hand year-round, Giles is still quite hands-on with Thistledown, ensuring to be downunder throughout the year at key points in the winemaking process.
Highly Rated
Thistledown Grenache Masterclass Pack
A three pack of beautiful and highly acclaimed McLaren Vale Grenache from masters of the variety, Thistledown.
Sale price$259.00
Regular price$267.00
$86.33 Per Bottle
In stock, 11 left
2024 Thistledown Gorgeous GrenacheMcLaren Vale
Deliciously juicy and vibrant Grenache blended from McLaren Vale and Riverland fruit.
Sale price$24.00
In stock 95 pts
2025 Thistledown Thorny Devil GrenacheMcLaren Vale
A delicious old vine Grenache from McLaren Vale masters, Thistledown. Top value right here.
Sale price$35.00
In stock 95 pts
2023 Thistledown The Cunning Plan ShirazMcLaren Vale
A spicy, velvety McLaren Vale Shiraz. Excellent value expression of a great Aussie wine style.
Sale price$24.00
In stock 95 pts
2025 Thistledown She’s Electric GrenacheMcLaren Vale
Seductively complex single vineyard Grenache from a modern McLaren Vale star.
Sale price$69.00
In stock, 10 left 96 pts
2025 Thistledown This Charming Man GrenacheMcLaren Vale
An outstanding, graceful Grenache, from this iconic old vineyard in the Clarendon sub-region of McLaren Vale. Magic stuff for now or later.
Sale price$99.00
In stock 95 pts
2024 Thistledown Walking With Kings Roussanne Grenache BlancMcLaren Vale
Textural white blend bringing together the best of Roussanne and Grenache Blanc.
Sale price$60.00
In stock 97 pts
2024 Thistledown Fool On The Hill GrenacheBarossa Valley
Masterfully crafted Grenache with fruit from the Eden Valley. A big hug in a glass.
Sale price$95.00
In stock, 6 left 97 pts
2025 Thistledown Sands of Time GrenacheMcLaren Vale
Exceptional old-vine McLaren Vale Grenache that stands amongst the country's best expressions of the variety.
Sale price$99.00
Sold out 95 pts
2023 Thistledown The Vagabond GrenacheMcLaren Vale
A fragrant, textural McLaren Vale Grenache from old bush vines in Blewitt Springs, showing the finesse and energy Thistledown has made its name on.
Sale price$60.00
Sold out 92 pts
2024 Thistledown Gorgeous Grenache BlancRiverland
A rare Australian take on Grenache Blanc—bright, textural, and effortlessly drinkable, with just the right balance of freshness and depth.
Sale price$22.00
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