Majella Malleea 2000

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Majella
Label Name:
 
Malleea
Vintage:
 
2000
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
Coonawarra
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon 55%, Shiraz 45%
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
2000: A&G Trophy - Best Red Blend (2002 Limestone Coast); Best Bordeaux Blend - Australian Boutique Tri Nations Challenge; 6 Gold, 6 Silver, 5 Bronze medals (Majella awards); Langton’s lists 2000 among top vintages

Tasting Note
Concentrated blackcurrant, mulberry and plum with mocha, cedar, mint and spice notes. Fine, structured tannins, savory oak and a long, savory finish.

Food Pairing
Roast lamb, grilled steak, braised short ribs, aged cheddar; Asian: Peking duck, Korean BBQ, char siu, hoisin-glazed pork.

Production Method
Hand-harvested parcels fermented in small static fermenters, finished and aged in French oak hogsheads/barriques for ~18–29 months before bottling.

Vineyard Info
Majella, founded by Brian & Anthony Lynn (vineyards planted 1968) focuses on mature Cabernet and Shiraz on terra rossa; Bruce Gregory long-time winemaker.