Plantagenet - Wyjup Malbec 2024 750ml

"VINTAGE: Vintage 2024 occurred four weeks earlier than usual, brought on by warmer than average temperatures in late September and October that accelerated budburst, early season growth to flowering, and condensed the growing season. Warm and dry daytime conditions during February and March then ensured rapid sugar and flavour accumulation in the lead up to the harvest. There were some early season viticultural challenges, with isolated occurrences of frost in late October that resulted in some crop loss. There were also some late season challenges with some heat spikes above 40°C in late January and early February that caused sun damage in some blocks of Riesling and Chardonnay. Yield was down about 20-30% in affected blocks. Overall, red varieties (most notably Shiraz & Cabernet) will perform very strongly and for whites, early picking ensured a balanced, natural acidity producing high quality wines.

WINEMAKING: Fruit was hand harvested, destemmed, and fermented in small open top fermenters with twice daily pump overs and cap management tailored to extract rich, supple tannins. Pressed off at dryness and aged in 225L French Oak Barriques (50% new) for 20 months.

Appearance: Maroon with purple edges.

Aroma: Aromas of mulberry, crushed violets, dark chocolate, graphite and a hint of mint.

Palate: The palate exhibits a core of blue fruits alongside a savoury, mouth coating tannin grip and sweet nutty oak playing a supporting role." - Plantagenet

Style / Variety: Malbec
Region: Mount Barker, WA
ABV: 14.5%
Vol: 750ml