The Kalleske family have been Barossa Valley’s leading grape-growing family since 1853, consistently growing some of Barossa’s best quality grapes. Today, Kalleske winery is run by the 7th generation who manages both the viticulture and vinification. As active practitioners of sustainable farming, Kalleske is the oldest certified organic and biodynamic vineyard and winery in Barossa Valley. All Kalleske wines are estate grown and vinified with minimalist winemaking techniques to fully capture the essence of the vineyard.

Tasting Notes:
The 2022 Plenarius is rich gold in colour with a bronze tint. It is brilliantly lifted with floral perfume, apricot jam, and butterscotch, as well as sugared almonds, ginger spice, fresh hops and honey. The rich and sweet aromatics continue to the palate where the dry natural tannins bring line and structure to balance the affluence. It is a vastly flavoured wine with intense ripe white fruits throughout. There is an underlying oily roundness countered by a background of grainy minerality. This is a multi-dimensional wine with great dynamism and completed with a lengthy finish. It is a very engaging Viognier with its complex mesh of aromas, flavours and textures providing a provocative and enchanting drink.

Grape Varietal(s):
Viognier

Awards & Accolades (Robert Parker/ Wine Spectator/ James Suckling etc):
“This a winery that continues to grow in trajectory, imbibing the Barossa with freshness, creativity and biodynamic bona fides. Excellent aromas of ginger chutney, poached apricot and quince paste, befitting the lighter weighted intensity and structural intrigue bestowed by skin contact. The finish, jittery and salty and immensely satisfying. This reminds me of Cos. Drink or hold. Screw cap.” – James Suckling, 92 points