Vinaceous Voodoo Moon Malbec Frankland River 2023

Solo Malbec is always an intriguing style. Malbec is more common as a blender, this example from the Frankland River region spent ten months maturing in French oak bariques. The wine is opaque maroon. Plush and dense, there are notes of cassis, delicatessen meats, blackberries, bay leaves and dark chocolate supported by good vibrant acidity, focus and impressive length. There is much to like here. It does leave one wondering why on earth we don’t see more single varietal Malbec – enjoy this over the next ten years. Seriously good value.