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Tir na N'og
Country of Origin: Australia
Location: McLaren Vale
People: John Larchet, Owner & Winemaker
Supplier: www.tapwc.com.au


"This is my very own new label. Inevitably my Irish heritage had to surface. Tir na N'og (pronounced "Tier nah Nohg") is Gaelic for "Land of the Youth". Irish legends and myths tell of a land where mortal time was suspended and everyone was young and beautiful. A place we all no doubt aspire to live in.

Vines were first planted in McLaren Vale in the mid 1800's with pioneers such as Thomas Hardy, John Reynell and Dr AC Kelly, leading the charge with their passion being for Rhone varieties, notably Shiraz (Syrah), Grenache and Mourvedre. There was a further wave of plantings to the north of the McLaren Flat initiated primarily by Italian immigrants. These higher elevation vineyards have some of the most treasured Old Vine sources for Grenache." -John Larchet, Proprietor.
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Tir na N'og 2006 Grenache
Rating: 90

The purple-colored 2006 Old Vines Grenache reveals an attractive perfume of Asian spices, cedar, and black cherry. Smooth on the palate with no hard edges, this tasty Grenache is nicely layered and lengthy. Drink it over the next six years. Tor Na N'Og (meaning Land of the Youth) is a brand owned by importer John Larchet to honor his Irish heritage.

- The Wine Advocate (12/1/2008)

Tir na N'og 2006 Grenache
Rating: 91

Ruby-red color. Luscious red and dark berry aromas are complemented by smoky minerals and fresh flowers. Brighter red berries on the palate, which displays impressive sweetness and clarity and no obvious tannins. A smooth, highly seductive wine that is already delicious.

- International Wine Cellar (10/1/2008)

Tir na N'og 2006 Grenache
Rating: 91

Lithe and distinctive for its orange peel accented black cherry and licorice flavors, lingering harmoniously on the fine-grained finish. Drink now through 2012. 550 cases imported.

- The Wine Spectator (12/1/2008)