COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Grenache
PRODUCER
S.C. Pannell
REGION
South Australia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The SC Pannell Smart Grenache originates from the Smart Vineyard, situated at 230 meters elevation, making it the highest Grenache vineyard in McLaren Vale. This vineyard is farmed by the Smart family and is recognized for preserving old-vine Grenache, with vines approaching 70 years of age. The wine is a product of S.C. Pannell, founded by Stephen and Fiona Pannell, who are dedicated to expressing the unique terroir of McLaren Vale through sustainable viticulture and a focus on Mediterranean grape varieties. The 2021 vintage benefited from a cooler harvest, allowing for extended ripening and contributing to the wine's balanced structure.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The Smart Vineyard is the highest Grenache vineyard in McLaren Vale.
Fact 02
Vines are nearly 70 years old, representing a significant heritage.
Fact 03
The wine is farmed using dry-grown, bush-trained methods.
Fact 04
Minimal intervention winemaking is a core philosophy.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The SC Pannell Smart Grenache is produced using 100% Grenache grapes from the Smart Vineyard. The fruit is hand-picked and fermented using native yeasts in open-top stainless steel fermenters, with daily pump-overs for 10 days on skins. A portion of whole bunch (20%) is included in the fermentation. Following fermentation, the wine is matured for 15 months in large, seasoned French oak vessels, including a 2800-liter vat and two large puncheons, with no new oak used. The winemaking approach emphasizes minimal intervention, with no fining or adjustments made to the wine. Total sulfur at bottling is kept low, around 50ppm.
