Vintages New Release Collection – August 16, 2025

GREAT VALUE, EVERY WAY Elena

Though more robust than Pinot or cool-climate Cabernet Franc, Rhône varieties made in Australia’s McLaren Vale are distinctly more lithe than those from other regions. This one comes from the soil-obsessed Hither & Yon, certified members of Sustainable Winegrowing Australia.” HITHER & YON GRENACHE/MATARO 2023 McLaren Vale, South Australia, sustainable 91 points (John Szabo, MS, winealign.com) Full-bodied & Smooth 42067 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 New at Vintages

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 41 TO 43.