Despite the name, this is actually the second release of the wine from Heartland. Six Barrels, 100% Malbec, all new French oak
Shy initially, taking its own sweet time to begin to unfurl. It's 100% Malbec from Langhorne Creek and it's home prior to bottling was 100% French new oak, not that you'd necessarily know - for it seems to have totally soaked it up.
Yes, the wood is present, more as a seasoning to the violets, dried rose and black fruit hints that are in a curious interplay with what is, otherwise a wine of savoury intent.
The palate is slick, having a slight glycerol feel, the new oak further giving that silken and racy texture. Black abounds, a dark and inky blackness. Tannin is fine, length is good. 91
Tasted on: Tuesday 17th April, a Fruit day
Source: Sample
Price: $50
Alcohol: 14.5%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: https://heartlandwines.com.au
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