{"title":"Thistledown x Aphelion Mixed Packs","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"aphelion-x-thistledown-2026-mixed-pack","title":"Aphelion x Thistledown Grenache Masters Six Pack","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSix exceptional Grenaches. Two of McLaren Vale's most passionate Grenache specialists. One very limited collaboration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe've been talking Grenache with our friends at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThistledown Wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a long time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo when we got together for our Grenache Masterclass, it seemed only natural to put some of our favourite bottles side by side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003every limited six-bottle collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, bringing together three Aphelion Grenaches and three Thistledown Grenaches from old vines, distinctive sites and some of South Australia's most exciting Grenache vineyards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're looking for a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLaren Vale Grenache six pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that lets you explore different expressions of this remarkable variety, this is a pretty special place to start.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd one of the six bottles is something particularly special...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's in the box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRRP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphelion Confluence Grenache 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLaren Vale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$42\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphelion Hickinbotham Single Site Grenache 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClarendon, McLaren Vale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$90\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphelion Rapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2022\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLaren Vale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$150\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThistledown Thorny Devil Grenache 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLaren Vale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$40\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThistledown Our Fathers Smart Vineyard Grenache 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClarendon, McLaren Vale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$70\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThistledown Fool on the Hill Grenache 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEden Valley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$105\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal RRP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$497\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Six Pack Price\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$447\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSave $50.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rare chance to taste these six wines together\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside your six-pack:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aphelionwine.com.au\/collections\/all\/products\/confluence-grenache-2025\" title=\"Shop Aphelion Confluence Grenache 2025 direct from the winery\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAphelion Confluence Grenache 2025\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $42\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA vibrant expression of McLaren Vale Grenache bringing together fruit predominantly from Blewitt Springs, with a touch of Clarendon. Aromatic, complex and beautifully drinkable. \u003cstrong\u003e95 points, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion \u0026amp; Special Value Rosette.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aphelionwine.com.au\/collections\/all\/products\/hickinbotham-single-vineyard-grenache-2024\" title=\"Shop Aphelion Hickinbotham Single Site Grenache 2024 direct from the winery\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAphelion Hickinbotham Single Site Grenache 2024\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $90\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA single-site Grenache of remarkable fragrance and depth, with red florals, souk spices, cranberry, sour cherry and finely etched tannins. \u003cstrong\u003e97 points, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion \u0026amp; Special Value.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aphelionwine.com.au\/collections\/all\/products\/rapture-grenache-2022\" title=\"Buy Aphelion Rapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2022 direct from the winery\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAphelion Rapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2022\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $150\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn ultra-rare release from Aphelion's personal museum stock. The 2022 vintage was outstanding, and we've been holding back a tiny quantity of this wine in our cellar. This is a rare opportunity to experience a beautifully mature expression of old-vine Grenache. \u003cstrong\u003e97 points, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thistledownwines.com\/thorny-devil-grenache\" title=\"Thistledown Thorny Devil Grenache 2025\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThistledown Thorny Devil Grenache 2025\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $40\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA vibrant McLaren Vale Grenache sourced from old, bush-trained, dry-grown vines across multiple sites. Perfumed, spicy, fresh and finely textured. \u003cstrong\u003e95 points, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thistledownwines.com\/our-wines\/Our-Fathers-Smart-Vineyard-Grenache-2024-p771171518\" title=\"Thistledown Our Fathers Smart Vineyard Grenache 2024\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThistledown Our Fathers Smart Vineyard Grenache 2024\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $70\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautifully perfumed and savoury expression from the renowned Smart Vineyard in Clarendon, with red berries, dried cherry, spice and fine, silty tannins. \u003cstrong\u003e97 points \u0026amp; Special Value Rosette, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thistledownwines.com\/fool-on-the-hill-grenache\" title=\"Thistledown Fool on the Hill Grenache 2024\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThistledown Fool on the Hill Grenache 2024\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $105\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA distinctive high-altitude Eden Valley Grenache showing the other side of the South Australian Grenache story. Fragrant, savoury and mineral with remarkable length. \u003cstrong\u003e97+ points, Erin Larkin, The Wine Advocate.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSix wines. Six perspectives on Grenache.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is what makes the collection so much fun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll taste \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLaren Vale Grenache from different sites and approaches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, alongside an Eden Valley expression from Thistledown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll see what happens when Grenache comes from blended sites versus a single site.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOld vines versus different vineyard sites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLaren Vale versus Eden Valley.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh, vibrant releases alongside a rare museum wine with time in bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd you'll taste two wineries with very different personalities, but the same singular obsession:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emaking exceptional Grenache.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo wineries. One obsession.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe're both small, independent Australian wine producers with an unusually deep fascination with Grenache.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThistledown share that obsession, championing Grenache from some of South Australia's most distinctive vineyards and building a reputation for finely made, site-driven wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePut the two together and you get a fascinating snapshot of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouth Australian Grenache\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — from McLaren Vale and Clarendon to the high-altitude vineyards of Eden Valley.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA $497 collection for $447\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe six wines have a combined RRP of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$497\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this very limited collaboration, we're offering the six-bottle collection for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$447\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSave $50 on the combined RRP.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd once these packs are gone, they're gone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe perfect Grenache wine gift\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a pack to share.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGather a few friends who love wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePut six glasses on the table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen everything.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaste them side by side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThen argue about which one is your favourite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's also a rather good gift for someone who already knows their way around a bottle of Grenache.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause while we can tell you what we think makes each wine special, there's only one way to discover which expression of Grenache speaks to you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaste them all.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy this Grenache six pack is different\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis isn't simply a mixed case of Grenache.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's a collaboration between \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etwo specialist Australian Grenache producers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, bringing together wines made from distinctive vineyards and different approaches to the variety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor anyone interested in discovering what makes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLaren Vale Grenache\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e so compelling, the collection offers a rare opportunity to compare wines from different sites, vintages and winemaking approaches in one box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd with a combined RRP of $497 for $447, you're getting the chance to explore six exceptional wines for less than their individual bottle value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable for a very limited time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphelion x Thistledown McLaren Vale Grenache Six Pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is available until \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emidnight Sunday 20 September 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or until sold out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you love Grenache, this is one collection we wouldn't wait too long to buy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat wines are included in the Aphelion x Thistledown Grenache Six Pack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe six-bottle collection includes one bottle each of Aphelion Confluence Grenache 2025, Aphelion Hickinbotham Single Site Grenache 2024, Aphelion Rapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2022, Thistledown Thorny Devil Grenache 2025, Thistledown Our Fathers Smart Vineyard Grenache 2024 and Thistledown Fool on the Hill Grenache 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a McLaren Vale Grenache six pack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive of the six wines are from McLaren Vale, including wines from Blewitt Springs and Clarendon. The Thistledown Fool on the Hill Grenache comes from the high-altitude Eden Valley, giving the collection a broader view of South Australian Grenache.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is special about the Aphelion Rapture Grenache?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2022 is an ultra-rare release from Aphelion's personal museum stock. The outstanding 2022 vintage has been held back in the cellar and is being released in very limited quantities for this collaboration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho are Aphelion and Thistledown?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAphelion and Thistledown are two small, independent Australian wine producers with a shared obsession with Grenache. Aphelion is based in McLaren Vale and specialises in expressive, site-driven Grenache, while Thistledown champions distinctive Grenache vineyards across South Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the Grenache Six Pack cost?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combined RRP of the six wines is $497. The special Aphelion x Thistledown collaboration price is $447, saving $50 on the combined RRP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Grenache collection good for gifting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The six-bottle collection makes an excellent gift for Grenache lovers and wine enthusiasts, particularly anyone interested in comparing different South Australian vineyards, styles and expressions of Grenache.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I enjoy the six Grenaches?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen them side by side with friends and compare the wines across sites, vintages and styles. You can also enjoy each bottle individually with food, allowing the different expressions of Grenache to unfold over an evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLove Grenache?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf this collection has caught your attention, you might also like our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphelion Wine Club\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with member benefits including early access to limited releases, 10% off wine and complimentary tastings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aphelionwine.com.au\/pages\/club\" title=\"Discover exclusive access to Aphelion wines with the Aphelion Wine Club\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDISCOVER THE APHELION WINE CLUB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ structured data for search engines and AI\/generative search systems --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WDDD aphelion_wine","offers":[{"title":"6 Bottles","offer_id":48021770305699,"sku":null,"price":447.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0431\/7108\/6499\/files\/Thistledown_Grenache_6_Pack_2026.png?v=1787721980"},{"product_id":"aphelion-x-thistledown-white-wines-six-pack","title":"Aphelion x Thistledown White Wines Six Pack","description":"\u003c!-- APHELION x THISTLEDOWN WHITE SIX PACK --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 20px 0 30px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 1200 220\" width=\"100%\" role=\"img\"\u003e\n\n    \u003crect x=\"0\" y=\"0\" width=\"1200\" height=\"220\" fill=\"#f8f5ed\" rx=\"4\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\n\n    \n    \u003cg transform=\"translate(80,25)\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#222222\" 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APHELION\u003c\/text\u003e\n    \u003c\/g\u003e\n\n    \u003cline x1=\"515\" y1=\"35\" x2=\"515\" y2=\"185\" stroke=\"#b8b3aa\" stroke-width=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\n\n    \n    \u003cg transform=\"translate(560,25)\"\u003e\n      \u003cpath d=\"M65 22 C50 45 35 48 34 68 C32 91 49 105 65 106 C81 105 98 91 96 68 C95 48 80 45 65 22 Z\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#222222\" stroke-width=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n      \u003cpath d=\"M65 105 L65 155\" stroke=\"#222222\" stroke-width=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n      \u003cpath d=\"M65 125 Q48 112 38 125\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#222222\" stroke-width=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n      \u003cpath d=\"M65 135 Q82 122 92 135\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#222222\" stroke-width=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n      \u003ctext x=\"65\" y=\"192\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Arial,sans-serif\" font-size=\"25\" font-weight=\"600\" fill=\"#7f332f\" stroke=\"none\"\u003e3 THISTLEDOWN\u003c\/text\u003e\n    \u003c\/g\u003e\n\n    \u003cline x1=\"740\" y1=\"35\" x2=\"740\" y2=\"185\" stroke=\"#b8b3aa\" stroke-width=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\n\n    \n    \u003cg transform=\"translate(770,25)\"\u003e\n      \u003ccircle cx=\"65\" cy=\"78\" r=\"58\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#222222\" stroke-width=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\n      \u003ctext x=\"65\" y=\"78\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Arial,sans-serif\" font-size=\"38\" font-weight=\"700\" fill=\"#7f332f\" stroke=\"none\"\u003e$321\u003c\/text\u003e\n      \u003ctext x=\"65\" y=\"103\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Arial,sans-serif\" font-size=\"16\" font-weight=\"600\" fill=\"#222222\" stroke=\"none\"\u003eRRP\u003c\/text\u003e\n      \u003ctext x=\"65\" y=\"192\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Arial,sans-serif\" font-size=\"25\" font-weight=\"600\" fill=\"#7f332f\" stroke=\"none\"\u003e$321 RRP\u003c\/text\u003e\n    \u003c\/g\u003e\n\n    \u003cline x1=\"955\" y1=\"35\" x2=\"955\" y2=\"185\" stroke=\"#b8b3aa\" stroke-width=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\n\n    \n    \u003cg transform=\"translate(985,25)\"\u003e\n      \u003ccircle cx=\"65\" cy=\"78\" r=\"58\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#222222\" stroke-width=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\n      \u003ctext x=\"65\" y=\"72\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Arial,sans-serif\" font-size=\"39\" font-weight=\"700\" fill=\"#7f332f\" stroke=\"none\"\u003e$300\u003c\/text\u003e\n      \u003ctext x=\"65\" y=\"101\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Arial,sans-serif\" font-size=\"16\" font-weight=\"600\" fill=\"#222222\" stroke=\"none\"\u003eSPECIAL PRICE\u003c\/text\u003e\n      \u003ctext x=\"65\" y=\"192\" text-anchor=\"middle\" font-family=\"Arial,sans-serif\" font-size=\"25\" font-weight=\"600\" fill=\"#7f332f\" stroke=\"none\"\u003e$300\u003c\/text\u003e\n    \u003c\/g\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.5; color: #222222; margin: 18px auto 0; max-width: 800px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo distinctive McLaren Vale white wines. One shared fascination with Grenache.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSix exceptional white wines. Two of Australia's most passionate Grenache specialists. One very special collaboration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe've been talking Grenache with our friends at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThistledown Wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a long time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo when we got together for our Grenache Masterclass, it seemed only natural to put some of our favourite white wines side by side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003every limited six-bottle collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, bringing together three bottles of Thistledown Walking with Kings Roussanne Grenache Blanc 2024 and three bottles of Aphelion Callow Grenache Blanc 2025.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo distinctive McLaren Vale white wines. Two very different winemaking personalities. One shared fascination with the remarkable versatility of Grenache.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlorious for gifting. Even better shared around the table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's in the box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRRP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThistledown Walking with Kings Roussanne Grenache Blanc 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLaren Vale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$65 ea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphelion Callow Grenache Blanc 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKangarilla, McLaren Vale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$42 ea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal RRP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$321\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial White Six Pack Price\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$300\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSave $21.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rare chance to taste these two McLaren Vale white wines together\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside your White Six Pack:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thistledownwines.com\/walking-with-kings-roussanne-grenache-blanc\" title=\"Discover Thistledown Walking with Kings Roussanne Grenache Blanc\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThistledown Walking with Kings Roussanne Grenache Blanc 2024\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $65 ea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Rhône-inspired white from McLaren Vale, combining richly textured Roussanne from Sellicks Hills with crisp, green apple and citrus-driven Grenache Blanc from biodynamic vineyards in Kangarilla. Creamy, aromatic and exotic, with vibrant freshness and remarkable versatility. \u003cstrong\u003e95 points, Halliday Wine Companion.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aphelionwine.com.au\/collections\/all\/products\/callow-grenache-blanc-2025\" title=\"Shop Aphelion Callow Grenache Blanc 2025 direct from the winery\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAphelion Callow Grenache Blanc 2025\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $42 ea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA vibrant, textural and spice-laced expression of Grenache Blanc from certified Organic and Biodynamic Yangarra Vineyard in Kangarilla, McLaren Vale. Hand-picked and whole-bunch pressed, Callow combines citrus, nashi pear and stone fruit with cinnamon and nutmeg, finishing long and precise with refreshing acidity. \u003cstrong\u003e94+ points, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo wines. Two perspectives on Grenache Blanc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is what makes the collection so much fun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll taste \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etwo distinctive interpretations of Grenache Blanc from McLaren Vale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, made by two small Australian wineries with a singular fascination for Grenache.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalking with Kings brings together Roussanne and Grenache Blanc, pairing the creamy, aromatic texture of Roussanne with the crisp green apple and citrus character of Grenache Blanc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCallow takes a different path: a single-variety Grenache Blanc from Yangarra Vineyard in Kangarilla, with bright acidity, spice, stone fruit and a fine, textural finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo vineyards and approaches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo winemaking personalities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSix bottles to taste side by side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd a delicious opportunity to discover just how expressive Grenache Blanc can be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaste them both.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo wineries. One obsession.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe're both small, independent Australian wine producers with an unusually deep fascination with Grenache.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThistledown share that obsession, championing Grenache from some of South Australia's most distinctive vineyards and exploring the variety across different sites, styles and expressions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePut the two together and you get a fascinating snapshot of what McLaren Vale white wine can be — from a Rhône-inspired Roussanne and Grenache Blanc blend to a pure, site-driven Grenache Blanc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy these two wines?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrenache Blanc doesn't always get the attention its red-skinned sibling receives. We think that's a shame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's capable of producing wines that are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efresh without being simple, textured without being heavy, and aromatic without losing precision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalking with Kings and Callow show two sides of that versatility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne brings Roussanne into the conversation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe other lets Grenache Blanc take centre stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth belong on the table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA $321 collection for $300\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe six wines have a combined RRP of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$321\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this very limited collaboration, we're offering the six-bottle collection for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$300\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSave $21 on the combined RRP.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd once these packs are gone, they're gone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe perfect excuse to open six bottles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a pack for the table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor lunch with friends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a long afternoon that turns into dinner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the wine lover who likes discovering something a little different.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePour one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePour the other.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaste them side by side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThen open another.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere's plenty to discover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat wines are included in the Aphelion x Thistledown White Six Pack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe White Six Pack contains three bottles of Thistledown Walking with Kings Roussanne Grenache Blanc 2024 and three bottles of Aphelion Callow Grenache Blanc 2025 — six distinctive white wines from McLaren Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Grenache Blanc?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eGrenache Blanc is the white-skinned counterpart to Grenache Noir. It can produce aromatic, fresh and textural white wines, often showing citrus, pear, stone fruit and spice. In this collection, you'll experience both a pure Grenache Blanc and a Roussanne and Grenache Blanc blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between Callow and Walking with Kings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eAphelion Callow Grenache Blanc 2025 is a single-variety Grenache Blanc from certified Organic and Biodynamic Yangarra Vineyard in Kangarilla, McLaren Vale. Thistledown Walking with Kings Roussanne Grenache Blanc 2024 is a Rhône-inspired blend of Roussanne from Sellicks Hills and biodynamic Grenache Blanc from Kangarilla, combining richness and texture with green apple and citrus freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere are these Grenache Blanc wines from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eBoth wines are from McLaren Vale. Callow comes from Yangarra Vineyard in Kangarilla, while Walking with Kings combines hand-picked Roussanne from Sellicks Hills with biodynamic Grenache Blanc from Kangarilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these dry white wines?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eYes. Both wines are dry white wines with freshness and acidity balanced by texture. Walking with Kings brings additional richness and creaminess from Roussanne, while Callow has a more precise, spice-driven Grenache Blanc profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat food goes with Grenache Blanc?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eGrenache Blanc is remarkably food friendly. Callow is particularly well suited to bouillabaisse, seafood dishes, roast chicken and Comté, while the richness and freshness of Walking with Kings make it an especially versatile partner at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these wines vegan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eAphelion Callow Grenache Blanc 2025 is vegan friendly, and Thistledown Walking with Kings is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Grenache Blanc be aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eYes. Callow Grenache Blanc 2025 is expected to drink well now or cellar for approximately 5–8 years. Its acidity, texture and lees maturation give it the structure to develop further in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Aphelion x Thistledown White Six Pack available separately?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThis special White Six Pack is a limited collaboration created around the Aphelion x Thistledown Grenache Masterclass. It brings the two white wines together in a format designed for tasting, gifting and sharing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable for a very limited time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphelion x Thistledown White Six Pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is available until \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emidnight Sunday 20 September 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or until sold out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlorious for gifting. Even better shared around a table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're curious about McLaren Vale Grenache Blanc, this is one collection we wouldn't wait too long to buy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLove Grenache?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf this collection has caught your attention, you might also like our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphelion Wine Club\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with member benefits including early access to limited releases, 10% off wine and complimentary tastings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aphelionwine.com.au\/pages\/club\" title=\"Discover exclusive access to Aphelion wines with the Aphelion Wine Club\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDISCOVER THE APHELION WINE CLUB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WDDD aphelion_wine","offers":[{"title":"6 Bottles","offer_id":48035107700899,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0431\/7108\/6499\/files\/Thistledown_White_Six_Pack_2026.png?v=1787721980"},{"product_id":"aphelion-x-thistledown-grenache-masters-dozen","title":"Aphelion x Thistledown Grenache Masters Dozen","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwelve exceptional wines. Two of South Australia's most passionate Grenache specialists. One very special collaboration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe've been talking Grenache with our friends at \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThistledown Wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e for a long time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is this \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003every special mixed dozen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e, bringing together the white and red wines tasted at the Aphelion x Thistledown Grenache Masterclass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll discover Grenache Blanc, Grenache Noir and Roussanne from distinctive South Australian vineyards, with wines from \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLaren Vale, Clarendon, Blewitt Springs and Eden Valley.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlorious for gifting. Even better for gathering friends around the table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd there's a very rare bottle in the mix...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's in the box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRRP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThistledown Walking with Kings Roussanne Grenache Blanc 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouth Australia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$65\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphelion Callow Grenache Blanc 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLaren Vale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$42\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThistledown Thorny Devil Grenache 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLaren Vale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$40 each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphelion Confluence Grenache Noir 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLaren Vale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$42 each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThistledown Our Fathers Smart Vineyard Grenache 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClarendon, McLaren Vale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$70 each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphelion Hickinbotham Single Site Grenache 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClarendon, McLaren Vale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$90 each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThistledown Fool on the Hill Grenache 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEden Valley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$105\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphelion Rapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2022\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLaren Vale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$150\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal RRP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 bottles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$846\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Dozen Price\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cbr class=\"ProseMirror-trailingBreak\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$800\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSave $46.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwelve wines from two Grenache obsessives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside your dozen you'll find \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeight different wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e from Aphelion and Thistledown — with four wines represented twice so there's plenty to share.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt'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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd one bottle is particularly special: \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2022\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e, an ultra-rare release from Aphelion's personal museum stock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wines inside your dozen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thistledownwines.com\/walking-with-kings-roussanne-grenache-blanc\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThistledown Walking with Kings Roussanne Grenache Blanc 2024\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $65\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aphelionwine.com.au\/collections\/all\/products\/callow-grenache-blanc-2025\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAphelion Callow Grenache Blanc 2025\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $42\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright, 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.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e94+ points, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e2 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thistledownwines.com\/thorny-devil-grenache\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThistledown Thorny Devil Grenache 2025\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $40 each\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA vibrant McLaren Vale Grenache sourced from old, bush-trained, dry-grown vines across multiple sites. Perfumed, spicy, fresh and finely textured.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e95 points, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e2 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aphelionwine.com.au\/collections\/all\/products\/confluence-grenache-2025\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAphelion Confluence Grenache Noir 2025\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $42 each\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfluence 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.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e95 points, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e2 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thistledownwines.com\/our-wines\/Our-Fathers-Smart-Vineyard-Grenache-2024-p771171518\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThistledown Our Fathers Smart Vineyard Grenache 2024\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $70 each\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautifully perfumed and savoury expression from the renowned Smart Vineyard in Clarendon, with red berries, dried cherry, spice and fine, silty tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e97 points \u0026amp; Special Value Rosette, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e2 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aphelionwine.com.au\/collections\/all\/products\/hickinbotham-single-vineyard-grenache-2024\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAphelion Hickinbotham Single Site Grenache 2024\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $90 each\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA single-site Grenache of remarkable fragrance and depth, with red florals, souk spices, cranberry, sour cherry and finely etched tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e97 points, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thistledownwines.com\/fool-on-the-hill-grenache\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThistledown Fool on the Hill Grenache 2024\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $105\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA distinctive high-altitude Eden Valley Grenache showing another side of the South Australian Grenache story. Fragrant, savoury and mineral with remarkable length.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e97+ points, Erin Larkin, The Wine Advocate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e1 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aphelionwine.com.au\/collections\/all\/products\/rapture-grenache-2022\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAphelion Rapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2022\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $150\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn ultra-rare release from Aphelion's personal museum stock. The 2022 vintage was outstanding, and we've been holding back a tiny quantity of this wine in our cellar.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThis is a rare opportunity to experience a beautifully mature expression of old-vine Grenache — and once this museum stock is gone, it won't be replaced.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e97 points, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEight wines. Twelve bottles. Countless ways to explore Grenache.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is where the dozen gets interesting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll taste \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrenache in white and red form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e, alongside Roussanne, and discover just how versatile this variety can be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll move from \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcLaren Vale to Clarendon and Eden Valley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e, tasting how site and altitude can shape the variety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll compare wines made from \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblended sites with single-site Grenache\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll taste fresh young releases alongside a \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erare museum wine with time in bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd you'll taste two wineries with very different personalities, but the same singular obsession:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emaking exceptional Grenache.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo wineries. One obsession.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe're both small, independent Australian wine producers with an unusually deep fascination with Grenache.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThistledown share that obsession, championing Grenache from some of South Australia's most distinctive vineyards and building a reputation for finely made, site-driven wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePut the two together and you get a fascinating snapshot of \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouth Australian Grenache\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e — from the vineyards of McLaren Vale and Clarendon to the high-altitude Eden Valley.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA $846 collection for $800\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe twelve bottles have a combined RRP of \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$846.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this special collaboration, we're offering the complete dozen for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$800\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSave $46 on the combined RRP.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat's twelve bottles of exceptional South Australian wine, from two wineries united by a love of Grenache.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe perfect dozen for sharing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a dozen made for gathering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake it to dinner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive it to someone who takes their wine seriously.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen the whites with lunch, then move into Grenache as the afternoon stretches on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOr invite a few friends around the table and taste your way through the dozen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause the best way to understand Grenache isn't to read about it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaste it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA very special collaboration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphelion x Thistledown Grenache Dozen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e brings together wines from two of South Australia's most passionate Grenache specialists.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you love Grenache, this is one dozen we'd be very happy to have on our own table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included in the Aphelion x Thistledown Grenache Dozen?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the Aphelion x Thistledown Grenache Dozen cost?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre all the wines in the dozen Grenache?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich regions are represented in the Grenache Dozen?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the Aphelion x Thistledown collaboration special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAphelion 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Rapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2022 a current release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Rapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2022 is an ultra-rare release from Aphelion's personal museum stock. A small quantity has been released as part of this special collaboration, and once the museum stock is gone it will not be replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Grenache Dozen suitable as a wine gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan these wines be enjoyed together as a tasting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLove Grenache?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf this collection has caught your attention, you might also like our \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAphelion Wine Club\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e, with member benefits including early access to limited releases, 10% off wine and complimentary tastings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aphelionwine.com.au\/pages\/club\" title=\"Discover exclusive access to Aphelion wines with the Aphelion Wine Club\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDISCOVER THE APHELION WINE CLUB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ + PRODUCT STRUCTURED DATA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WDDD aphelion_wine","offers":[{"title":"12 Bottles","offer_id":48039224639651,"sku":null,"price":800.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0431\/7108\/6499\/files\/Thistledown_Dozen_2026.png?v=1787721980"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0431\/7108\/6499\/collections\/Thistledown_dozen_on_boxes.png?v=1787820091","url":"https:\/\/aphelionwine.com.au\/collections\/thistledown-x-aphelion-mixed-packs.oembed","provider":"Aphelion Wine Co - Bottled Sunshine, Grenache Specialists","version":"1.0","type":"link"}