{"product_id":"discover-yangarra-wines-pack","title":"Yangarra McLaren Vale Reds Tasting Pack","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Yangarra Circle Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Yangarra Circle Field Blend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Yangarra Circle Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Yangarra GSM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Yangarra Estate Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Yangarra Circle Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Circle Grenache is the newest addition to Peter Fraser’s ever-impressive Yangarra portfolio, and what a way to kick off this fresh-faced expression of McLaren Vale Grenache. Made in a bright, juicy, Nouveau-inspired style, this is a more playful, immediate take on the variety, yet still rooted in the same deep care and precision that defines Yangarra’s top-tier reds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from bush vines planted in 2008 in the elevated, sandy ironstone soils of Blewitt Springs, this is estate-grown Grenache with serious pedigree. Fraser and his team handled it delicately - hand-picked, 50% whole berries, wild fermentation and a brief, gentle maceration before heading to a mix of stainless steel and old oak for a short five-month élevage. Certified organic and biodynamic, it’s farmed and made with a quality-first ethos that shines through in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage brought some curveballs - summer rains followed by heat and a compressed harvest - but the end result in this wine is all energy and charm. Expect an aromatic riot of wild strawberries, cherry blossom and subtle spice, wrapped up in a silky, medium-bodied frame. It’s got enough structure to keep things interesting, but the core here is fruit, freshness and downright smashability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is exactly the kind of wine modern Grenache drinkers are clamouring for: bright, expressive, made with intent but unpretentious to its core. A brilliant introduction to Yangarra’s signature variety - and at this price, an absolute steal. Chill it down slightly and pour it generously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a nice foil to the Old Vine bottling, showing what relatively youthful vines can do on this great site. There’s an open red-berried and cherry fruitfulness, with red florals supported by savoury spice and a foundation of purposeful natural tannin. This doesn’t have the mineral depth of the Old Vine, but the fruit vibrancy and exuberance yield their own rewards.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-yangarra-circle-grenache\" title=\"2024 Yangarra Circle Grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Yangarra Circle Field Blend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by the formidable Peter Fraser and his winemaking team, this debut Circle Field Blend is Yangarra doing what it does best - growing Mediterranean grapes in McLaren Vale and turning them into something both delicious and unpretentious. It’s Grenache leading a happy gang of Carignan, Counoise, Cinsaut, Mourvèdre and Shiraz - all organically grown on the estate’s sandy Blewitt Springs soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith bright red fruits, a plush mid-palate and the kind of smooth, slurpable finish that begs for a chill and a picnic rug, this is a seriously moreish ‘casual red’ that doesn’t skimp on quality. Think of it as Grenache with friends - literally and figuratively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes were handpicked, with most co-fermented for a gentle 12 days on skins before maturing in older French puncheons and foudre for 11 months. It’s a blend that captures both the laid-back drinkability and the terroir detail of this special corner of McLaren Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA joyful, energetic red that showcases the pedigree of Yangarra’s biodynamic estate, at a price that’ll make you want to grab a few for the fridge. Your new house red? Quite possibly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Pale, fresh and frisky with grenache-led red berries, cherry, boysenberry and baking spices. Perfect from fridge to cellar temp for alfresco summer drinking.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-yangarra-circle-field-blend\" title=\"2024 Yangarra Circle Field Blend\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Yangarra Circle Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by Peter Fraser and his team at Yangarra Estate, the Circle Shiraz is your no-fuss, high-flavour companion for weeknights, weekends and everything in between. Drawn from their organically and biodynamically farmed vineyard in Blewitt Springs, this new release leans into the fresher, more drinkable side of McLaren Vale Shiraz - less weight, more energy, and all charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrown on the ironstone-rich North Maslin Sands soils at the cooler, elevated northeast end of McLaren Vale, the fruit comes in with loads of natural acidity and vibrant character. It’s fermented wild, sees a gentle maceration on skins, then rests in old French puncheons and foudre for 11 months. This careful, hands-off approach keeps the wine light on its feet while still giving plenty of flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it’s all dark berries, black pepper and violets with just a touch of earthy spice. The palate is medium-weight and juicy, with soft tannins and a silky roll. No tricks, no heavy oak or jammy sweetness - just seriously good drinking Shiraz made by one of the country’s most talented winemakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s young, it’s energetic, and it’s a joy to drink. Grab it for your next barbecue or pizza night and pour generously. This is modern McLaren Vale with the volume turned way down and the approachability cranked up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Medium weighted, with tart boysenberry, dark cherry, blueberry and warm spices. Effortless and serene with dialled-down tannic detail—lovely and ready to go.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-yangarra-circle-shiraz\" title=\"2024 Yangarra Circle Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Yangarra GSM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yangarra GSM is a class act. This single vineyard wine from the stunning Yangarra estate sets a high bar for all others in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yangarra team has focused their attention on producing the country's finest iterations of Rhone varieties and this is arguably his best version of this classic blend to date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dizzying aromatics and succulent fruit of Grenache meets the plum\/choc combo of McLaren Vale Shiraz and the grunt of Mourvedre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the quintessential McLaren Vale red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-yangarra-gsm\" title=\"2024 Yangarra GSM\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Yangarra Estate Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYangarra Estate are absolutely one of our very favourite producers and a winery that is making serious waves in the Australian wine industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing a hero for the McLaren Vale region, both Shiraz and Grenache are their specialties. Peter Fraser loves working with the old Shiraz vines on the estate and has perfected his style here over the last few years. This is now consistently one of the most bankable Shiraz in the Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has become a beacon of value for those looking for a wine of serious quality that won't bust the bank account.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love Shiraz, if you love McLaren Vale, if you love wine at all, you should buy this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Perfumed and spicy, showing aromas of wild blackberries, licorice, olive brine, boysenberries, bresaola and dark chocolate. The palate is medium- to full-bodied with finely tuned tannins and generous texture, leading into a saline-edged finish full of purity and freshness. Lovely lift beneath the dark fruit.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-yangarra-estate-shiraz\" title=\"2023 Yangarra Estate Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is impossible to write about this release without acknowledging the profound loss of Peter Fraser. As the driving force behind Yangarra for over 25 years, Pete didn't just make wine; he fundamentally shifted the conversation around Australian Grenache. He believed in its \"purity, beauty and elegance,\" and the 2024 Old Vine Grenache stands as a fitting ode to that vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the \"gnarly strugglers\" planted in 1946 on the deep North Maslin Sands of Blewitt Springs, a block affectionately known as \"The Beach\", it captures the precise site expression Pete was obsessed with. The 2024 season brought a shift to El Niño warmth, punctuated by unexpected summer rain, resulting in fruit with incredible flavour development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking remains true to the blueprint he perfected. The fruit was hand-picked and fermented with wild yeast, retaining 50% whole berries for aromatic lift. Crucially, the wine saw extended maceration for up to two and a half months to polish the tannins, followed by maturation in a complex mix of ceramic eggs, amphora and large oak foudres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is emphatic. It is complex, perfumed and structural, carrying the trademark sandy tannins that define the estate. It is a serious, world-class wine and a beautiful rendition of a wine Peter loved making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An excellent release. Outstanding value. Made from dry-grown vines planted in 1946. Drink or hold.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"There is an exultancy about this wine; you cannot deny its precision. A wonderful site expression and depiction of the slightly warmer conditions whilst keeping focus and drive at its centre. It’s jubilant and should be enjoyed with something like veal scallopini.\"\u003cbr\u003e- The Vintage Journal\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-yangarra-old-vine-grenache\" title=\"2024 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tVV1FscWWa4?si=YnqrRCCEaJCAxNKD\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yangarra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40858682720299,"sku":"Yangarra McLaren Vale Reds Tasting Pack","price":169.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/YangarraMcLarenValeRedsTastingPack.webp?v=1779081086","url":"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/discover-yangarra-wines-pack","provider":"Different Drop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}