Tasting Notes

Colour: Bright ruby with a soft garnet edge.

Aromatics: Lifted notes of rose petal, raspberry, red liquorice and potpourri, with subtle spice and earth.

Palate: Silky and medium-bodied with a soft core of red fruits, floral lift, and fine sandy tannins. The balance of perfume, texture and freshness makes this Grenache both seductive and easy to drink.

Finish: Long and graceful with a savoury, mineral edge.

Winemaker’s Note

“These dry-grown, own-rooted vines are a true treasure. Each berry tells a story of resilience, purity, and place. This Grenache is all about finesse—floral, fresh and unfiltered—with a subtle power that sneaks up on you.”

Sustainability & Craft

Hand-harvested and naturally fermented using wild yeasts. Aged in seasoned large-format French oak to preserve fruit character without oak dominance. Bottled unfiltered, unfined, with minimal sulphur to maintain purity. Made with traditional low-intervention techniques that respect both fruit and vineyard.

Storage & Serving Tips

• Serving Temperature: Enjoy around 16°C to highlight its perfume and softness.

• Storage: Drink now or cellar until 2030 to enjoy its graceful evolution.

• Glassware: Burgundy-style or universal red glass enhances its aromatic profile.

• Decanting: A gentle decant for 30 minutes brings out depth and floral complexity.

FAQ – Grenache & Winemaking Details

Q: What makes this Grenache different?
A: It’s from dry-farmed, 70-year-old bush vines planted on Coffee Rock soils. No irrigation, no fining, no filtration—just raw expression of Swan Valley terroir.

Q: Is this wine oaked?
A: Yes, aged in seasoned French oak barrels to add subtle texture, but no new oak—so the fruit stays front and centre.

Q: What does “unfiltered and unfined” mean?
A: It means the wine is bottled with minimal handling to retain all of its natural flavour, mouthfeel, and complexity.

Q: Can this wine age?
A: Absolutely—drink now for freshness or cellar through to 2030 for added complexity and development.

Technical Details

• Grape Variety: 100% Grenache

• Region: Swan Valley (Brigadoon)

• Alcohol: 13.5%

• pH: 3.71

• Acidity (TA): 6.2 g/L

• Residual Sugar: 0.0 g/L

• Oak: 100% Seasoned French large format

• Style: Medium-bodied, perfumed, and balanced

• Soil Type: Coffee Rock (Laterite)

• Closure: Screw cap

• Cellaring Potential: Drink now to 2030

Learn About Sittella Winery

Sittella Winery and vineyard are nestled in the heart of the Swan Valley, just a short 30-minute drive from Perth. The fertile soils and Mediterranean climate of the Swan Valley, characterised by hot dry summers and mild wet winters, provide ideal conditions for vine cultivation, resulting in a diverse range of rich, full-flavoured wines.

In the last two decades, the Margaret River Wine Region has gained global acclaim for producing some of Australia’s finest premium wines. Sittella sources fruit from Wildberry Springs and its own Margaret River Vineyard, as well as from the Frankland River region in the south.

Margaret River’s temperate maritime climate, featuring ample winter rainfall, moderate summer temperatures, and frost-free spring, offers optimal conditions for cultivating exceptional premium varietal wines. The vines thrive on undulating terrain, enriched by some of the region’s finest soils—red/brown, well-drained gravelly loams.

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The Swan Valley: A Rich Viticultural Heritage

The Swan Valley, located just northeast of Perth, is the oldest wine region in Western Australia and the second oldest in Australia. With a history that spans nearly two centuries, this region is celebrated for its diverse range of grape varietals that thrive in its unique climate and soil conditions.

Climate and Soil

The Swan Valley enjoys a Mediterranean climate characterised by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. This climate is particularly conducive to grape growing, allowing for the development of complex flavours in the wines produced.

Soils

The region’s soils range from sandy loams to clay and ancient riverbank deposits rich in nutrients. This diversity contributes to the wide array of varietals that flourish here, enabling winemakers to craft wines with distinct characteristics.

Key Varietals of the Swan Valley

Chenin Blanc

One of the standout varietals in the Swan Valley is Chenin Blanc. Cultivated since the 1830s, this grape adapts well to local conditions, producing a variety of styles from dry to sweet. The cooler nights help retain acidity, resulting in fresh wines with floral and stone fruit notes.

Shiraz

Shiraz is a prominent varietal that flourishes in the region’s warm climate. Swan Valley Shiraz is typically bold and full-bodied, showcasing rich dark fruit flavours, pepper, and chocolate. The warm growing season allows for full ripeness, resulting in expressive, approachable wines.

Grenache

Grenache plays a significant role in the Swan Valley, known for its fruit-driven wines with bright red fruit flavours and subtle spice. The grape’s adaptability allows for both varietal wines and blends, characterised by their juicy profiles and smooth tannins.

Cabernet Sauvignon

Though not as historically significant as Chenin Blanc or Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon has gained prominence in the Swan Valley. The warm days and cooler nights facilitate balanced wines with rich berry flavours, structured tannins, and good ageing potential.

Fortified Wines

The Swan Valley is also renowned for its exceptional fortified wines, particularly Apera (formerly known as Sherry) and Port. These wines benefit from the warm climate, resulting in intense flavours and richness. Traditional techniques combined with the unique terroir contribute to their distinctive profiles.

Commitment to Sustainability

Many wineries in the Swan Valley are embracing sustainable viticulture practices, including organic and biodynamic farming. This focus on sustainability enhances the terroir and contributes to the production of high-quality wines, benefiting both the environment and the region’s reputation in the global market.