Majella, The Musician Cabernet, Shiraz, Coonawarra, Australia, 2022

Producer Profile

Majella are a stalwart of our portfolio, being regarded as one of Coonawarra’s, if not Australia’s, best producers with an abundance of awards to their name.

However, Majella’s owner, the effusive Brian ‘Prof’ Lynn would never brag: self-depreciating to the end, he describes himself simply as the humble custodian of top quality vineyards on world-famous ‘terra rossa’ soils. Every step of production is engineered with sustainability at its heart and this, combined with the immense talent of winemaker Bruce Gregory, has produced magic on which Majella’s reputation has been built. Their sparkling Shiraz has achieved cult-like status on both sides of the globe and their impeccable Cabernet Sauvignon is listed in Langton’s Classification of Australia’s Best Wines.

Viticulture

Coonawarra lies only 60 miles inland, exposed to a maritime climate, with dry and moderately cool summers. Persistent cloud cover generally moderates the ripening period temperatures. The 'Terra Rossa' of Coonawarra is Australia's most famous soil, renowned for its affinity with Cabernet Sauvignon wines.

Winemaking

Primary fermentation was in 10 tonne stainless steel static fermenter's pumped over twice daily and 20 tonne rotory fermenter's, with some parcels finished in new and second use French oak hogsheads.

Tasting Note

Vibrant, unmistakably Coonawarra to smell and taste although it is a light style of red showing fresh berry and spice with a soft finish.

Food Matching

Great with BBQ's, pizza and red meat.