Majella Malleea 2013

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Majella
Label Name:
 
Malleea
Vintage:
 
2013
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
Coonawarra, South Australia (Limestone Coast)
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
Majella awards listing: 2013 'The Malleea' — 4 Bronze Medals. Producer notes Halliday recognition (producer site). Various critics/retailers list strong scores and positive reviews

Tasting Note
Concentrated blackcurrant, blackberry and plum with dark chocolate, black olive, vanillin oak and spice; mint lift. Full-bodied, ripe fruit softened by Shiraz, framed by fine structured Cabernet tannins and a long savoury finish.

Food Pairing
Grilled/roast beef, lamb or venison; aged cheddar or hard cows' cheeses; Western braised beef dishes. Asian: Korean BBQ short ribs, char siu, spicy Sichuan beef, beef rendang, teriyaki beef skewers.

Production Method
Small-batch fermentations in static fermenters; finished and aged in new French oak barrels for ~18 months; selected barrels blended for final bottling.

Vineyard Info
Majella (Lynn family) estate in Coonawarra. Flagship 'The Malleea' made from oldest vines; first released 1996 and produced only in top years.