$30.00 / bottle
$306.00 / case (12)
he fruit for the Hedonist GSM is sourced primarily from our estate grown, certified organic and biodynamic vineyard in the Willunga foothills, supported by select certified organic and biodynamic vineyards in the Sellicks Foothills, Seaview and Blewitt Springs.
The 2025 McLaren Vale vintage was defined by a dry winter, cooler-than-average spring and a series of intense summer heatwaves, leading to an earlier and notably compressed harvest beginning in mid-to-late January. Temperatures frequently exceeded 38°C through December and January, accelerating ripening and reducing berry size. Timely late-season rainfall provided valuable relief to the vines, supporting flavour development and tannin maturity. Although yields were below average, the resulting wines display excellent fruit concentration, balance and refined tannin ripeness.
Each parcel was fermented separately as whole berries, with approximately 15% whole bunch used for the Grenache. The wine was aged for 12 months in seasoned French oak barrels and a large foudre. This vintage allowed the fruit-forward character of Grenache to shine, complemented by Shiraz, which adds depth and mid-palate weight, while Mataro contributes texture and a subtle hint of spice to complete the blend.
- COLOUR
- Bright crimson red
- BOUQUET
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A lifted, expressive perfume of ripe summer berries, with vibrant blueberry and raspberry notes woven through. Subtle floral and nutmeg tones add depth and complexity to the fragrant bouquet.
- PALATE
- Vibrant summer berries, with blueberries prominent throughout, unfold across the palate. The fruit is generous and expressive, framed by a sturdy yet finely integrated structure. Fresh and poised, it remains light on its feet, with fine tannins and a lingering, savoury finish.
- VARIETIES
- Grenache 79% | Shiraz 13% | Mataro 8%
- HARVEST DATES
- 19 February - 2 April 2025
- OAK TREATMENT
- Seasoned French oak and a large format French oak foudre for 12 months
- ANALYSIS
- 13.6% vol, pH: 3.42, TA: 6.3g/L, GF: 0.3g/L
2024 Hedonist GSM
- 93 points - winecompanion.com.au, Marcus Ellis, 19 May 2026
Grenache from 50-year-old vines in McLaren Flat (15% whole bunch), the shiraz from estate vines and the mataro from Willunga; 12 months in seasoned oak and foudre. Grenache is the core here, yet it’s more brooding than willowy, high-toned and red-fruited, leaning more into dark cherry and ripe raspberry, which works well with the other darker-berried components, melding effortlessly. Medium-weighted, scented with white pepper and dried Mediterranean herbs, this is such a charming wine, engineered for food, seamless in making, characterful and wildly good value, as are all wines at this address.
- 91 points - 2025 McLaren Vale Wine Show
