Cirillo Wines

Grenache 'Ancestor Vine'

Grenache 'Ancestor Vine'

Grenache Ancestor Vine
  • 100% Grenache
  • A single vineyard, planted in 1848 in the Light Pass region of the Barossa Valley
  • This single vineyard is believed to be the oldest Grenache vineyard in the world
  • Ancient lake bed sand
  • Hand harvested in late March/early April
  • Basket pressed
  • Fermented in open top fermenters with indigenous yeast
  • Aged for 10 months in seasoned hogshead 

Info

Producer:
Vintage:
2018
Country:
Australia
Region:
Barossa
Appellation:
Barossa Valley
Variety:
Grenache
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Sustainable

Sizes Available

Full Bottle AU-CIR-22-18 12/750ml

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Press & Reviews

Decanter
Score
95
Date
2025-09-29
"A tribute to Barossa's remarkable old-vine heritage, this remarkable Grenache comes from a vineyard planted in 1850. It's a model of purring, beautifully balanced concentration, with fragrant bramble-bush fruit, red liquorice and rosemary, a sprinkle of fine tannin and a long cherry-and-gently peppered finish. Outstanding."
Jancis Robinson
Score
17.5
Date
2025-05-28
"Irresistible spiciness and fruit purity on the nose. Rhubarb, cranberry † rather Pinot-esque. Long, warm but not hot with excellent supple texture and a natural sense of balance † sizeable but integrated. (RH)"