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ExhibitorSaffron Gramophone
Show2022
Class30
Entry Number30#12
BrandSaffron Gramophone
Wine NameMalbec
Vintage2020
OriginSingle Vineyard
Viticulturist NameMark Foletta
Commercial LabelYes
Availability
Judging Results
Medal / Award
Judge 1odd green curry aromatics, possible microbial issue, short and firm on the finish
Judge 2oak driven, herbal with a very austere palate.
Judge 3tight forest floor and ripen blackberries and chambord notes - playful fruity palate with fine tannins and good length
Associate JudgeDense fruits and spices, a touch of sweet oak. Generous on the palate, plenty of juicy fruits but just missing a bit more grip and definition.
Varietal: Malbec, GI: North East Victoria, 100%
CloneUnknown, Roostock: Schwarzmann, 100%
Soil TypeLoam,Sand,Silt,Volcanic
Elevation350 Metres above sea level
Planted1990
IrrigationFlood
Growing MethodSustainable
Crop Yeild10.00 Tonnes / Ha
Wine Making Information
FermentOpen Fermenter 100%
MaturationStainless Steel 50%
MaturationSmall Format Oak 50%
ClosureCork
Cases Produced200
Force ClassFalse
Winemaker NoteRob Ellis