2020 Koonowla Single Vineyard Malbec

2020 Koonowla
Single Vineyard Malbec

Malbec is one of Clare Valley’s unsung heroes, considered the secret ingredient in many of the region’s greatest red blends. Here, on its own, we see why. Sourced from our beloved Bass Hill Vineyard, we have shown utmost care, from harvest to the glass, in showcasing the variety’s unique qualities. Classic purple colour, signature violet aroma, blueberry flavours and mild peppery spice. Faithfully crafted to a medium-bodied style, this is Clare Valley Malbec in its finest voice.

2020 Single Vineyard Malbec
94 points
— Australian Wine Showcase
94 points — Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)
90 points — Marcell Kustos (Wine Pilot)

Tasting Notes

Colour

Vivid Purple

Aroma

Signature violet-like floral notes with fresh purple plum.

Palate

Flavours in the blueberry spectrum cast in a medium-bodied style, gently handled with a modicum of French oak barrel influence – just 20% new - encouraging a mild, peppery spice note. Even and balanced, cleverly expressed varietal characters, smartly rendered with a modern elegance.

Food

Traditional pork fillet Vienna Schnitzel. Eggplant parmigiana.

Technical Details

Harvested

25th March 2020

Bottled

28th November 2022

Closure

Screw cap

Alcohol

14.8

pH

3.48

TA

6.01