Bondar Junto Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2026

Bondar Junto is a Grenache-led blend of four southern Rhône varieties from McLaren Vale.

Junto is Spanish for ‘together’, and here it means a union of old friends: Grenache at 83 per cent, Mataro at 9, Shiraz at 4 and Counoise at 4. The fruit is drawn mostly from Bondar's own Rayner Vineyard, with Mataro from the Lacey vineyard in Willunga and a neighbouring site planted by the Rayner family in 1968. Each batch was matured separately in larger oak, ceramic amphora and an old 2800-litre foudre. The Grenache is picked early to hold freshness and the Counoise late for lightness. After the record-early 2025, 2026 was a later, slower season.

Medium-bodied and elegant, with dark fruit, dried herbs and a lingering umami note under soft tannin. Serve at 16°C, or slightly chilled, with grilled meats, a mushroom pasta, or roast eggplant with yoghurt and toasted pine nuts.

*Every effort is made to ensure the current vintage is accurate; however, variations can occur. If you are after a specific vintage, please contact us prior to ordering.