Producer: Hither & Yon
Region: South Australia
Appellation: McLaren Vale
Country: Australia
Variety: Malbec
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Alcohol: 13%
Soil: Red-brown loam, silt, gravel and clay
Farming Practices: Sustainable, focus on biodiversity in the vineyard
Awards: 91-John Szabo
McLaren Vale, Australia
Deep purple with violet hues and an intriguing nose of dark berry, licorice, eucalyptus and kirsch. Medium-bodied and lithe, flavours of prune, red plum, black cherry, earth and a savoury, umami element. The tannins are evolved, but the wine is fairly structured, with a long, fruit-driven finish.