Grosset Gaia is a benchmark Clare Valley blend named after the Gaia vineyard, which sits high in the hills at the edge of the region. The 2016 vintage is built around Cabernet Sauvignon with a significant portion of Cabernet Franc, all grown organically and picked for balance and clarity. After fermentation, the wine was aged for 18 months in French oak barriques (about 40% new), adding depth without masking the vineyard’s character.

In the glass, the 2016 Gaia is immediately expressive - cassis, blackcurrant, and dark cherry lead, supported by bay leaf, tobacco, graphite, and a hint of dried herb. The palate is medium-bodied and focused, with firm tannins and lively acidity providing length and structure. There’s impressive clarity and drive, with the wine’s dark fruit and savoury, mineral edge evolving as it opens. This is a Gaia built for the cellar, combining purity, elegance, and lasting power - a true expression of place and vintage.