Overview
A benchmark McLaren Vale Sangiovese from Coriole, sourced from five vineyards and seven clones across the region. The 2024 release shows the bright red-fruited, savoury and energetic character associated with the variety, backed by excellent critical acclaim including 93+ points from Marcus Ellis and 93 points from Gary Walsh.
Winemaking
Fruit was sourced from five vineyards and seven Sangiovese clones, reflecting Coriole's longstanding commitment to the variety in McLaren Vale. The wine was matured for 11 months in older oak.
Critic Reviews
93+ Points — Marcus Ellis, James Halliday's Australian Wine Companion
“From five vineyards and seven clones, which illustrates the importance of the grape for Coriole, and the region; 11 months in older oak. It’s a regional benchmark for a reason. Medium weighted, as usual, transparent, redolent of cherries, Mediterranean herbs, a dusting of spice and warm earth scents. Reliable may sound condescending, but this is a bottling that never disappoints. Indeed, it consistently overdelivers. It’s another excellent release. Drink by 2029.”
93 Points — Gary Walsh, The Wine Front
Tasted October 2025
“Such a reliable performer. I probably say something similar most years. Sometimes the well of inspiration runs dry when it comes to my introductions. Bright, crunchy, energetic sort of wine. Red cherry, raspberry, iron filings, some dried herb and almond. It’s medium-bodied, has a light grainy grip to tannin, good varietal flavour, and a lively finish of excellent length. Good stuff. Drink 2025-2032.”
92 Points — Gabrielle Poy, The Real Review
Tasted 23 November 2025
“Mulch, red cherry and dried herbs aromas lead into a core of glossy red cherry. A sinewy line of tannins embeds itself within the fruit while the acidity is crisp and lingering. It’s an approachable sangiovese that should even impress the locals of Panzano. Silty tannins to finish.”
Drinking Window: 2025–2030.
Specifications
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Vintage: 2024
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Producer: Coriole Vineyards
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Grape Variety: Sangiovese
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Region: McLaren Vale, South Australia, Australia
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Vineyards: Five vineyards
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Clones: Seven Sangiovese clones
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Alcohol: 14.2%
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Maturation: 11 months in older oak
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Drinking Window: 2025–2032