{"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 2024\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-2024\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAphelion Rapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2024\u003c\/a\u003e - RRP $150\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eOur ultimate expression of Grenache. Made from the best vessels of vintage.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Shortlisted for Halliday Grenache of the Year. 97 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 open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Rapture Old Vine Grenache Noir 2024 a current release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 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.\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","url":"https:\/\/aphelionwine.com.au\/products\/aphelion-x-thistledown-grenache-masters-dozen","provider":"Aphelion Wine Co - Bottled Sunshine, Grenache Specialists","version":"1.0","type":"link"}