wine review: Frank Hellwig Shiraz Grenache 2017 now available at LCBO

Ottawa, ON

November 2020

Matt’s review:

Frank Hellwig, an Australian winemaker, with nearly a decade of winemaking experience in Canada, has crafted a delicious red blend (80% Shiraz & 20% Grenache) that’s guranteed to resonate with Canadian wine enthusiasts looking for a full-flavoured sub $20 bottle of wine, making it ideally suited for enjoying any evening of the week!

Sourced from some of South Australia’s finest regions, including McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, and Clare Valley, this big and juicy red bland is chalked full of stewed dark fruits, sweet baking spices, and smoky notes. Frank Hellwig Shiraz Grenache is a wine you’re going to love this winter with tangy braised short ribs, chilis and stews, or simply on its own! Highly recommended and what a great choice for entertaining. Tasted November 2020. 89-90 points. Matt Steeves – http://www.quercusvino.ca

Available at LCBO – $17.95 (on sale all holiday season, $15.95)