The SG is named in recognition of Sarah Gregory, one half of Genista.
Sarah and I met in 2008 while working together, and it was her strong work ethic that drew me in. With her generosity, support and commitment, she has helped me to realise my dream of Genista in the Barossa Valley.
A blend of Shiraz and Grenache, the two varieties complement each other just as we have for over 15 years.
$35.00
$30 a bottle in any straight or mixed dozen
Wine Details
| Region | Barossa Valley, South Australia |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Variety | Shiraz Grenache |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Alcohol Volume | 14.5% |
| pH | 3.51 |
| TA | 5.97 g/L |
| Residual Sugar | 0.6 g/L (equates to 0.09 g/glass) |
| Vegan Friendly | ✔ |
| Keto Friendly | ✔ |
| No fining agents used (only gravity!) | |
Vintage Notes
Vintage itself was fairly straightforward. Shiraz was harvested on the 17th of March. Grenache followed on the 5th of April. The fruit was handled in our normal manner – fermented on skins for 7 days, pressed to oak, the majority of it seasoned. Set aside to mature.
To make The SG, Sarah and I measured & tested various amounts of Shiraz and Grenache into a glass until we found a blend that struck the right balance of fruit, structure and velvet cloaked power.
Reviews & Awards
93 points – Ken Gargett, Wine Pilot
Each year, this is the wine that seems to poke its nose ahead of the pack and this vintage is no different. One would be forgiven for assuming that naming a Barossan Shiraz Grenache ‘SG’, would be to reflect the varieties in the blend, but it is not so. It is named in honour of Sarah Gregory, one half of Genista. A dark purple hue, the wine has generous and comforting notes of chocolate and warm earth, with dried herbs, mulberries, aniseed and soy supported by a supple texture with very fine tannins. The wine exhibits both balance and intensity with impressive length. Enjoy over the next four to six years.
Drink by: 2024-2030
93 points – Brendan Black, Wine Pilot
This is an enticing blend of Shiraz and Grenache, named in honour of Sarah Gregory, who’s one-half of the Genista label. With two years in bottle now, the SG is starting to show some aged development, but it still has one foot firmly in the primary realm, with lots of blackcurrant, raspberry, black cherry, vanilla, earth, graphite and game. The palate is rich and rewarding, and the alcohol is hidden well behind layers of flavour. With a bit more time in bottle, I think it will be even better.
93 points – Ken Gargett, Wine Pilot
For me, this was the pick of the trio this year. Very dark maroon in colour, the aromas weave through coffee grinds, warm earth, chocolate, leather and black fruits. A serious wine, persistent, nicely balanced and with very fine tannins. Good stuff. This has a longer anticipated life span than the straight Grenache – a good 7–10 years.
93 points – Ray Jordan, Wine Pilot
A Shiraz Grenache blend built on slightly lighter bodied lines. Lifted aromatics of rose petal and raspberry jube-like confectionary. Let it breathe for 10 minutes or so to really get the best from it. The palate is super sleek with a fine tannin and subtle oak combo sustaining a pure and long fruit driven finish. The dark chocolate and spicy plum mix that emerges is engaging.
90 points – Jeni Port, Wine Pilot
Named in recognition of Sarah Gregory one half of the Genista team, a young, enterprising winemaking partnership founded in 2017. Deep crimson colour catches the eye. In keeping with Genista’s philosophy when it comes to grenache, expect a wine that celebrates its spicy side – licorice, peppery and woodsy – surrounded by macerated cherry, plum, black berries and violet florals. Sets a lively pace throughout – another strength of Genista – aided by an injection of firm tannins which brings added breadth and just a touch of savouriness to the wine. Runs long to the finish.
