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First crafted to celebrate the opening of our cellar in 2006, Winifred has long been one of De Grendel’s most cherished wines amongst our Loyalty Club members, now available beyond our Loyalty Club for all to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA harmonious blend of Viognier, Chardonnay, and Semillon, it offers layers of ripe peach, citrus, and lemongrass, with subtle oak and a silky mouthfeel that unfolds beautifully with each sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wine of quiet sophistication and enduring charm, Winifred pairs beautifully with Sole Meunière, smoked duck, or aromatic Asian dishes. 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These vineyards thrive in a combination of laterite and soil with yellow clay sub-layers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/degrendel.myshopify.com\/collections\/frontpage\/products\/shiraz\/#awards\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBright purple in colour with a deep violet rim. The nose offers upfront aromas of perfume, violets, glazed gammon, pepper and buchu. 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