2019 Majella The Malleea Cabernet Shiraz 750ml

'The Malleea' by Majella continues the great Australian tradition of Cabernet Sauvignon/Shiraz blends.

'Malleea' an Aboriginal term meaning 'green paddock' is a great descriptor for the green, lush pastures and vineyards of the limestone coast region in the South Eastern portion of South Australia.

First made in 1996, and only produced when growing conditions are perfect for producing premium quality wines.

WINEMAKING
Individual parcels of fruit are fermented in small static fermenters for 5 days then tranferred to new French oak barrels to finish fermentation. The wine parcels are then aged for another 18 months before individual barrels are selected by our winemakers for their exceptional quality to become the Malleea blend.

GRAPE VARIETY
55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Shiraz

REGION
Coonawarra

WINEMAKERS COMMENTS
The 2017 'The Malleea' is a dark and vibrant magenta colour. This is a beautifully structured wine, featuring lush mulberry, black currant, blackberry and vanillin oak aromas. The mouth-filling softness of shiraz with the structured poise of the cabernet, create the attractive palate of cassis, plums and spice with undertones of mint. Fine structured tannins with seamless integrated oak enhance the finish.

CELLARING
15 - 20 years.