Q Malbec 2019

South Eastern Australia

/ 5 ( reviews)

Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition, 2020

Johnnie Q is a larger than life winemaker with a wealth of experience, out to prove that Australia can succeed as much with Malbec as Argentina. He's certainly made his mark with this Gold medal red. Lots of deep plum and berry with a lift of spice.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Juicy ripe black fruit, a hint of tobacco spice

Aroma

Ripe blackberry, plum with floral hints and spice

More information

Red - Medium to full bodied
Malbec
Australia
Deep purple crimson
Vegetarian

14.0% ABV
10.5 Units
750.00 ml
31 December, 2030
Vegan

Over the last 24 years, Johnnie Quarisa has worked for some of the biggest names in Australia. In that time, he's also won some of the most coveted awards too, including the Jimmy Watson and the Stodart Trophies. Finally, he and his childhood sweetheart (now wife) Josephine, have gone out on their own, living by the belief that 'passion is everything'. You can certainly taste that in the fruit forward charm of this Malbec. The grape isn't widely planted in Australia but, judging by this wine, it begs the question, why not? It seems to thrive in Australia's warm climate, softening tannins and bringing out its supple blackberry and lightly floral character. Soft enough on its own; a great barbecue red, or with grilled meats or tomato pasta.

"Tremendous fruit and a light spice rich nose. All plummy goodness. Supple and moreish" 5-Star Online Review
For the 2017 vintage