Product Description:
Mount Mary’s first Syrah release, and it’s a beauty.
The 2022 Reflexion Syrah marks a new chapter for Mount Mary—an estate with deep roots in Bordeaux and Burgundy tradition, now turning its hand to the northern Rhône. Sourced entirely from estate-grown fruit, this is the first straight Syrah the Yarra Valley icon has ever bottled, and it's a quietly confident debut: medium-bodied, spice-driven, and unmistakably Mount Mary.
Made with 30% whole bunch, this Syrah leans into aromatic lift and textural nuance. Expect perfume, not punch; detail, not density. The fruit is from younger vines, bottled under the Reflexion label while they mature, but what’s in the glass is no second-stringer. There’s a clarity of intent and finesse here that links it seamlessly to the rest of the Mount Mary stable.
Cellared right, it’ll stretch to 2035 and beyond. A fine match for charred lamb chops, grilled mushrooms or duck with five-spice.
Maker
Mount Mary Wines was founded by John and Marli Middleton in 1971, driven by a passion for producing fine, elegant wines that reflect the best qualities of French varietals. Having been inspired by their travels to Bordeaux and Burgundy in the 1960s, they sought to bring the same level of refinement and low-alcohol elegance to Australian wines. John Middleton, particularly motivated by a desire to craft a distinctive, refined Australian Cabernet, found the perfect site in the Yarra Valley for their dream project. Their vision led to the establishment of one of the most iconic wineries in the region, with Mount Mary continuing to be a family-owned estate that upholds a commitment to excellence. Today, the winery remains dedicated to producing handcrafted wines made from estate-grown fruit, ensuring full control over the quality and character of each bottle.
Philosophy
Nestled in the heart of the Yarra Valley, the Mount Mary estate spans 40 acres and boasts a diverse range of soil types, from clay-rich loams to gravelly, ironstone soils. The vineyard is planted with 18 varieties, with an emphasis on classic Bordeaux and Burgundy varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay. The region’s cool climate and unique terroir contribute to the slow, even ripening of the grapes, creating wines with exceptional balance and complexity. While not certified organic or biodynamic, Mount Mary’s vineyard philosophy emphasises sustainability and environmental stewardship. Practices such as minimal machinery use, composting, mulching, and cover cropping are employed to improve soil health, increase biodiversity, and reduce chemical use. By focusing on long-term sustainability, Mount Mary aims to produce wines that reflect the true character of the land while preserving it for future generations. The vineyard’s commitment to quality is evident in every bottle, ensuring that the wines consistently express the unique Yarra Valley terroir.
Tasting Notes
NOSE
– Spiced dark fruit
Black cherry, rosehip tea and crushed black pepper, lifted by whole-bunch aromatics.
PALATE
– Sleek and savoury
Medium-bodied and finely structured, with notes of clove, game and dried herbs.
FINISH
– Gloss and grip
A vibrant, tightly coiled finish that lingers with spice and earthy elegance.
Reviews & Accolades
This is super star stuff. Fine boned, sleek in texture, succulent, granular in spice character, dark, red cherry fruit with dashes of rose hip tea, a bit of peppery lift, some clove and licks of game meat and truffle... – Mike Bennie, The Wine Front, 95 Points (Jun 2024)
Finer Details:
Style - Red Wine
Varietal - Syrah
Country - Australia
Region - Yarra Valley, Victoria
Vintage - 2022
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 13%
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