Sling & Spear
Sling & Spear McLaren Vale Grenache
McLaren Vale
2018
Vintage
Varietal
Grenache
Where it is, October 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2023-2033), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2033, with a drinking horizon to 2038.
The ‘18 Sling & Spear McLaren Vale Grenache.
Sling & Spear McLaren Vale Grenache 2018 is from Australia.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Sling & Spear McLaren Vale Grenache 2018 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
The 2018 vintage
Sling & Spear's 2018 McLaren Vale Grenache comes from Australia.
About Sling & Spear
Sling & Spear's McLaren Vale Grenache comes from Australia.
From the cellar: pair with
Roasted lamb
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Grilled ribeye
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Aged cheddar
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is Sling & Spear McLaren Vale Grenache 2018?
Sling & Spear McLaren Vale Grenache 2018 is from Australia.
What does Sling & Spear McLaren Vale Grenache 2018 taste like?
Sling & Spear McLaren Vale Grenache 2018 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
When should Sling & Spear McLaren Vale Grenache 2018 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2021-2038. Within that arc, the peak window is 2023-2033. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Sling & Spear McLaren Vale Grenache 2018?
Pair this wine with Roasted lamb; Grilled ribeye; or Aged cheddar.