The tank-fermented and aged 2004 Grenache Yesterday’s Hero (100% Grenache) exhibits a medium ruby color along with pleasant raspberry and kirsch characteristics, but it is somewhat tart as well as narrowly constructed in the mouth. It is a competent, Australian equivalent of a low-level French Cotes du Rhone. This brilliant operation is a credit to the meticulous winemaking of Michael Twelftree and his staff!Importers: Vine Street Imports, Philadelphia, PA; tel. (215) 533-9463 and Joshua Tree Imports, Azusa, CA; tel. (626) 358-6600

Firm, with flavors that veer off toward earthy but retain a refulgent core of black cherry, pepper and herbal notes that linger impressively. Best from 2006 through 2010. 400 cases made.??–HS??Region: Australia / Barossa / Barossa Valley Select to Add