Alkina Polygon No. 5 Grenache, Barossa Valley
Vintage 2023
750 ML
HK$1,180.00
Score: WA96
The 2023 Polygon 5 Grenache is from the same vineyard block as the Polygon 3 Grenache (grown on a pocket of limestone), so it really highlights the distinction between the two. The vines here are 70 years old and grown on a schist soil profile, with weathered clay. This imbues the wine with density and power. It is more darkly colored in the glass. Here, the fruit and tannins are singularly more robust than the Polygon 3, yet it streams and cascades across the palate, providing more chew and shape. This is earthy yet pure, and it is herbal as well. You also get flavors of raspberry pip, watermelon, licorice root, cold black tea, moss and wet concrete. It’s complex and kaleidoscopic, lovely. I think I prefer the febrile, diaphanous nature of the Polygon 3, but it is only a matter of preference/taste. These are both superlative Grenache examples. 14% alcohol, sealed under natural cork. 979 bottles filled.
Erin Larkin, Wine Advocate 96
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Description
| Wine Name | Alkina Polygon No. 5 Grenache, Barossa Valley |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Unit Size | 750 ML |
| Region | Australia – Barossa Valley |
| Type | Still |
| Colour | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Grape | 100% Grenache |
| Alcohol | 14% |
| Producer Info |
“ALKINA” is an Indigenous Australian girl’s name meaning “Moon” or “Moonlight”. This name embodies the respect for the land and the many forces of nature that the estate works with to bring life, energy and authenticity to their wines. Ancient stones and soils, organic and biodynamic viticulture, small scale winemaking and the creation of unique micro-terroir wines, grown and made on the estate in the Western Barossa ranges of the Barossa Valley. The wines are certified organic and biodynamic. They focus on the heritage varieties that have found their natural home in the region, from vines dating back to the 1950’s. Alkina only uses indigenous yeast for ferments, and high levels of whole bunches are used in ferments, which helps to express character, as well as build complexity and savoury interest. The Polygons are the pinnacle of the range, that represent different micro ‘Grand Cru’ terroirs within their vineyards. These are available in extremely limited quantities. |
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| Unit Size | 750 ML |
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| Vintage | 2023 |
