Majella The Musician 2021

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Majella
Label Name:
 
The Musician
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
Coonawarra, South Australia
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Shiraz
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Multiple show trophies and medals since release; Majella reports 17+ trophies and many medals to date, with the 2021 Musician winning the Cowra Wine Show Imperial Hotel Trophy and the Royal Adelaide Wine Show Dr Ray Beckwith OAM Memorial Trophy (show circuit awards). Wine critic scores: Wine Advocate 91, James Suckling 91; Royal Adelaide Wine Show 96 (show points)

Tasting Note
Vibrant dark ruby; lifted mint, eucalyptus, blackcurrant, blackberry and plum flavours with subtle spice. Silky, supple tannins, juicy acidity and a medium-long, fruit-driven finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled rib-eye, roast lamb, beef stew, aged cheddar; Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi), Chinese char siu, Sichuan pepper beef, Japanese teriyaki steak, tandoori lamb.

Production Method
Estate-grown grapes fermented separately and blended. Minimal new oak influence to preserve primary fruit; matured briefly in neutral/older oak and stainless steel before bottling. Made for early drinking or short-term cellaring. (estimate based on producer notes).

Vineyard Info
Family-owned Majella Wines (Lynn family) on the Coonawarra terra rossa strip; estate-grown grapes from ~60 hectares planted since 1968. Winemaker Bruce Gregory has overseen production since the first vintages.