Montague Petit Verdot 2023

Tasting Notes

• Colour: Deep crimson with a vibrant ruby edge
• Aromatics: Earthy black fruit, dark cherry, thyme, cocoa powder, violets, and hazelnut
• Palate: Bold and structured with plush dark berries, hints of lilac and sarsaparilla, layered with baking spices. Smooth, fine-grained tannins carry a long, savoury finish.

Winemaker’s Note

“A varietal Petit Verdot of remarkable depth, balancing bold fruit, savoury charm, and fine tannin structure – a rare single-varietal treat from Margaret River.”

Viticulture & Winemaking

🔹 Region: Margaret River (Wilyabrup subregion)
🔹 Varietal: 100% Petit Verdot
🔹 Fermentation:
✔ Destemmed into open fermenters
✔ Co-inoculated with yeast and malolactic bacteria
✔ Gentle pump overs for 14 days on skins
🔹 Aging:
✔ 15 months in French oak barriques
✔ 20% new oak for structure and finesse
🔹 Alcohol: 14.5% | pH: 3.45 | T/A: 6.0 g/L

Sustainability & Natural Practices

🔹 Sustainably Farmed – Premium vineyard practices focused on soil health and vine balance
🔹 Minimal Intervention – Gentle handling to express true varietal character
🔹 Small Batch – Limited production for quality over quantity

Storage & Serving Tips

🔹 Serving Temperature: 16–18°C – best showcases the wine’s aromatics and structure
🔹 Decanting: 1 hour recommended to soften tannins and open aromatics
🔹 Cellaring Potential: Drink now to 2030 – gains depth and softness with time

Food Pairing Suggestions

🔹 Chargrilled Lamb Chops with Rosemary – Complements the wine’s herbal savouriness
🔹 Roast Beetroot & Feta Salad – Earthy, vibrant match for the wine’s core
🔹 Slow-Cooked Beef Ragu – Bold tannins cut through the richness
🔹 Aged Cheddar or Manchego – Perfect for the wine’s dark fruit and oak undertones

FAQ Wine Terms 🧐

❓ What is Petit Verdot, and why is it special?
Petit Verdot is a late-ripening Bordeaux grape known for deep colour, firm tannin, and intense aromatics. Typically used in blends, it shines solo when grown in the right climate – like Margaret River.

❓ Why is Margaret River ideal for Petit Verdot?
Its warm, dry ripening conditions allow full phenolic development, balancing power with finesse and natural acidity – essential for age-worthy structure.

❓ How does oak influence the wine?
Aged for 15 months in French oak (20% new), the oak adds savoury spice, gentle toast, and polish – supporting, not overshadowing, the fruit.

 
 
 
 
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