Aphelion x Thistledown Grenache Masters Dozen

Twelve exceptional wines. Two of South Australia's most passionate Grenache specialists. One very special collaboration. We've been talking Grenache with our friends at Thistledown Wines for a long time. So when we got together for our Grenache Masterclass, it seemed only natural to put some of our favourite bottles side by side — and then invite you to take the tasting home. The result is this very special mixed dozen , bringing together the white and red wines tasted at the Aphelion x Thistledown Grenache Masterclass. You'll discover Grenache Blanc, Grenache Noir and Roussanne from distinctive South Australian vineyards, with wines from McLaren Vale, Clarendon, Blewitt Springs and Eden Valley. Glorious for gifting. Even better for gathering friends around the table. And there's a very rare bottle in the mix... What's in the box? Wine Origin Qty RRP Thistledown Walking with Kings Roussanne Grenache Blanc 2024 South Australia 1 $65 Aphelion Callow Grenache Blanc 2025 McLaren Vale 1 $42 Thistledown Thorny Devil Grenache 2025 McLaren Vale 2 $40 each Aphelion Confluence Grenache Noir 2025 McLaren Vale 2 $42 each Thistledown Our Fathers Smart Vineyard Grenache 2024 Clarendon, McLaren Vale 2 $70 each Aphelion Hickinbotham Single Site Grenache 2024 Clarendon, McLaren Vale 2 $90 each Thistledown Fool on the Hill Grenache 2024 Eden Valley 1 $105 Aphelion Rapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2024 McLaren Vale 1 $150 Total RRP 12 bottles $846 Special Dozen Price $800 Save $46. Twelve wines from two Grenache obsessives Inside your dozen you'll find eight different wines from Aphelion and Thistledown — with four wines represented twice so there's plenty to share. It's a generous introduction to the way both wineries approach Grenache, from vibrant and aromatic white wines through to old-vine and single-site reds. And one bottle is particularly special: Rapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2022 , an ultra-rare release from Aphelion's personal museum stock. The wines inside your dozen 1 x Thistledown Walking with Kings Roussanne Grenache Blanc 2024 - RRP $65 A distinctive white wine combining Roussanne and Grenache Blanc, showing the aromatic, textural side of South Australian white wine. A fascinating introduction to Thistledown's approach to Grenache beyond red. 1 x Aphelion Callow Grenache Blanc 2025 - RRP $42 Bright, aromatic and textural, Callow is Aphelion's expression of Grenache Blanc from McLaren Vale. A beautifully versatile white with freshness, fragrance and a savoury edge. 94+ points, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion. 2 x Thistledown Thorny Devil Grenache 2025 - RRP $40 each A vibrant McLaren Vale Grenache sourced from old, bush-trained, dry-grown vines across multiple sites. Perfumed, spicy, fresh and finely textured. 95 points, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion. 2 x Aphelion Confluence Grenache Noir 2025 - RRP $42 each Confluence brings together fruit from some of the remarkable vineyards Aphelion works with across McLaren Vale, predominantly Blewitt Springs with a touch of Clarendon. Complex, aromatic and beautifully drinkable. 95 points, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion. 2 x Thistledown Our Fathers Smart Vineyard Grenache 2024 - RRP $70 each A beautifully perfumed and savoury expression from the renowned Smart Vineyard in Clarendon, with red berries, dried cherry, spice and fine, silty tannins. 97 points & Special Value Rosette, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion. 2 x Aphelion Hickinbotham Single Site Grenache 2024 - RRP $90 each A single-site Grenache of remarkable fragrance and depth, with red florals, souk spices, cranberry, sour cherry and finely etched tannins. 97 points, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion. 1 x Thistledown Fool on the Hill Grenache 2024 - RRP $105 A distinctive high-altitude Eden Valley Grenache showing another side of the South Australian Grenache story. Fragrant, savoury and mineral with remarkable length. 97+ points, Erin Larkin, The Wine Advocate. 1 x Aphelion Rapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2024 - RRP $150 Our ultimate expression of Grenache. Made from the best vessels of vintage. Shortlisted for Halliday Grenache of the Year. 97 points, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion. Eight wines. Twelve bottles. Countless ways to explore Grenache. This is where the dozen gets interesting. You'll taste Grenache in white and red form , alongside Roussanne, and discover just how versatile this variety can be. You'll move from McLaren Vale to Clarendon and Eden Valley , tasting how site and altitude can shape the variety. You'll compare wines made from blended sites with single-site Grenache . You'll taste fresh young releases alongside a rare museum wine with time in bottle. And you'll taste two wineries with very different personalities, but the same singular obsession: making exceptional Grenache. Two wineries. One obsession. We're both small, independent Australian wine producers with an unusually deep fascination with Grenache. At Aphelion, Grenache is at the heart of what we do. We're interested in old vines, remarkable sites and wines that express where they come from rather than simply conforming to a style. Thistledown share that obsession, championing Grenache from some of South Australia's most distinctive vineyards and building a reputation for finely made, site-driven wines. Put the two together and you get a fascinating snapshot of South Australian Grenache — from the vineyards of McLaren Vale and Clarendon to the high-altitude Eden Valley. A $846 collection for $800 The twelve bottles have a combined RRP of $846. For this special collaboration, we're offering the complete dozen for: $800 Save $46 on the combined RRP. That's twelve bottles of exceptional South Australian wine, from two wineries united by a love of Grenache. The perfect dozen for sharing This is a dozen made for gathering. Take it to dinner. Give it to someone who takes their wine seriously. Open the whites with lunch, then move into Grenache as the afternoon stretches on. Or invite a few friends around the table and taste your way through the dozen. Because the best way to understand Grenache isn't to read about it. Taste it. A very special collaboration The Aphelion x Thistledown Grenache Dozen brings together wines from two of South Australia's most passionate Grenache specialists. With a combined RRP of $846 and a special pack price of $800, it's a chance to experience twelve bottles spanning white and red Grenache, multiple regions, single sites, old vines and a rare museum release. If you love Grenache, this is one dozen we'd be very happy to have on our own table. Frequently asked questions What is included in the Aphelion x Thistledown Grenache Dozen? The dozen contains 12 bottles across eight wines from Aphelion and Thistledown: Walking with Kings Roussanne Grenache Blanc 2024, Callow Grenache Blanc 2025, Thorny Devil Grenache 2025, Confluence Grenache Noir 2025, Our Fathers Smart Vineyard Grenache 2024, Hickinbotham Single Site Grenache 2024, Fool on the Hill Grenache 2024 and the rare Rapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2022. How much does the Aphelion x Thistledown Grenache Dozen cost? The combined RRP of the twelve bottles is $846. The special Aphelion x Thistledown Grenache Dozen is available for $800, saving $46 on the combined RRP. Are all the wines in the dozen Grenache? The collection showcases the versatility of Grenache in South Australia, including Grenache Blanc and Grenache Noir, as well as Walking with Kings, a Roussanne and Grenache Blanc blend from Thistledown. Which regions are represented in the Grenache Dozen? The collection includes wines from McLaren Vale, including Blewitt Springs and Clarendon, as well as an Eden Valley Grenache from Thistledown. Together they offer a fascinating look at how vineyard site, altitude and winemaking approach influence South Australian Grenache. What makes the Aphelion x Thistledown collaboration special? Aphelion and Thistledown are two small, independent Australian wineries with a shared passion for Grenache and site-driven wines. This collection brings their wines together so you can compare different vineyards, regions, styles and approaches side by side. Is Rapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2024 a current release? No. Rapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2024 is not yet released. Release is scheduled for October. A small quantity has been made available as part of this special collaboration, ahead of October. Demand is expected to be high, as the 2024 Rapture was Shortlisted for Grenache of the Year by Halliday and was awarded 97 points from multiple critics. Is the Grenache Dozen suitable as a wine gift? Yes. With twelve bottles spanning white and red wines, different South Australian regions and a rare museum release, the Aphelion x Thistledown Grenache Dozen is designed to be enjoyed around the table and makes a memorable gift for a Grenache or Australian wine lover. Can these wines be enjoyed together as a tasting? Absolutely. The collection was created from the wines tasted at the Aphelion x Thistledown Grenache Masterclass and is particularly well suited to a side-by-side tasting with friends. Start with the white wines before moving through the Grenache reds. Love Grenache? If this collection has caught your attention, you might also like our Aphelion Wine Club , with member benefits including early access to limited releases, 10% off wine and complimentary tastings. DISCOVER THE APHELION WINE CLUB