{"product_id":"wendouree-malbec-2012","title":"Wendouree Malbec 2012","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQuiet power and classical structure define this rare Clare Valley Malbec from one of Australia’s most traditional estates. The 2012 Wendouree Malbec comes from the historic Wendouree vineyard in the Clare Valley, a property first established in 1893 and still farmed with an uncompromising focus on low yields and vineyard expression. Wendouree’s approach remains intentionally old-school, with dry-grown vines, minimal intervention and long maturation in seasoned oak barrels to preserve fruit purity and structure. The 2012 vintage in Clare Valley delivered excellent ripeness and concentration, allowing the Malbec variety to show both its dark fruit depth and savoury complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass the wine reveals a brooding aromatic profile, where black fruits, spice and earthy notes unfold slowly with air. The palate is firm and structured, built on dense fruit, fine tannins and remarkable persistence. While powerful in its youth, the wine carries the hallmark Wendouree balance that allows it to evolve gracefully with time in bottle. Layers of dark plum, blackberry and graphite develop alongside savoury undertones as it opens. With patience, the 2012 Wendouree Malbec promises decades of evolution, reflecting both the longevity of the vineyard and the house’s unwavering commitment to traditional Clare Valley winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOSE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Deep and savoury\u003cbr\u003eAromas of blackberry, dark plum and blackcurrant layered with notes of graphite, dried herbs, cocoa and subtle earthy spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePALATE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Structured and concentrated\u003cbr\u003eDense dark fruit flavours of plum and blackberry supported by firm tannins, savoury spice and mineral undertones that add depth and tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFINISH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Long and powerful\u003cbr\u003eA persistent finish with lingering dark fruit, cocoa and earthy complexity, framed by structured tannins and impressive length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e“A deeply structured Malbec with dark plum, blackberry and earthy spice. The palate is firm and concentrated with excellent depth and length, built for long ageing.”\u003c\/em\u003e — Gary Walsh, The Wine Front, 94 points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Powerful yet controlled, showing dense black fruit, graphite and savoury complexity. The tannins are substantial but finely balanced, suggesting excellent cellaring potential.”\u003c\/em\u003e — Huon Hooke, The Real Review, 94 points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Intense and traditional in style, with dark berry fruit, spice and earthy depth. A structured and ageworthy Clare Valley Malbec with impressive persistence.”\u003c\/em\u003e — Campbell Mattinson, The Wine Front, 93 points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiner Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStyle – Red Wine\u003cbr\u003eVarietal – Malbec\u003cbr\u003eCountry – Australia\u003cbr\u003eRegion – Clare Valley\u003cbr\u003eVintage – 2012\u003cbr\u003eBottle Size – 750ml\u003cbr\u003eABV – 13.6%\u003cbr\u003eOther - Dry-Grown Old Vines, Traditional Clare Valley Winemaking\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wendouree","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42606353547351,"sku":"WENMAL-12","price":169.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/9258\/3217\/files\/a43fe328-ee38-4ce5-94a4-dd6519aa648d.png?v=1773363195","url":"https:\/\/kentstreetcellars.com.au\/products\/wendouree-malbec-2012","provider":"Kent Street Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}