2012 Cloudburst Malbec
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Only 422 bottles produced, the 2012 Cloudburst Malbec is deep garnet-purple in color with a meaty / savory nose over layers of broody dark fruits, baking spices, anise, cedar and buttered toast. The palate has gorgeous richness and isn't shy on the firm and grainy tannins, as well as concentration. Just starting to blossom with some nice spicy floral characteristics, it finishes with great depth.
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James Halliday
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate
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This has slightly brighter colour than its '13 counterpart, and a more lively bouquet and palate; whether this faint emission of mint and herbal adds positive interested to an otherwise serene wine (a la '13) is a moot point. The breathtaking prices of all the Cloudburst wines is another matter. Mar 2015, www.winecompanion.com.au
Only 422 bottles produced, the 2012 Cloudburst Malbec is deep garnet-purple in color with a meaty / savory nose over layers of broody dark fruits, baking spices, anise, cedar and buttered toast. The palate has gorgeous richness and isn't shy on the firm and grainy tannins, as well as concentration. Just starting to blossom with some nice spicy floral characteristics, it finishes with great depth. Mar 2016, www.robertparker.com, Drink: 2016-2024
About the producer
Cloudburst is a boutique Margaret River winery whose rise to fame has been nothing short of meteoric. Winemaker-founder Will Berliner released the first vintage of Cloudburst in 2010 to great critical acclaim; his wines are now to be found in the cellars of some of the world’s greatest restaurants.