2002 Mount Mary Vineyard "Quintet"

Mount Mary is one of the most iconic and respected estates in Australia, located in the heart of the Yarra Valley. The "Quintet" is their flagship red, a highly sophisticated Bordeaux-style blend that has maintained a legendary reputation for elegance and longevity since its first vintage in 1976. The 2002 vintage in the Yarra Valley was exceptional—a cool, long growing season that produced wines with incredible finesse and high natural acidity.

The Highlights

• Vintage: 2002

• Region/Appellation: Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia

• Producer: Mount Mary Vineyard

• Grape: A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot.

• Style: Fully mature, elegant, and medium-bodied Red Wine.

• Tasting Profile: A sophisticated and perfumed bouquet of dried redcurrants, violets, and cedar, layered with complex secondary notes of tobacco leaf, cigar box, and forest floor. The palate is refined and effortless, with ultra-fine, resolved tannins and a long, savory finish.

• Perfect for (Food Pairing): * Classic Meats: Roasted rack of lamb with rosemary, herb-crusted veal, or a delicate beef Wellington.

  • Fine Game: Roasted duck breast or pheasant with a light savory jus.

  • Earthy Dishes: Wild mushroom tart, lentil ragu, or roasted beet salad.

  • Cheese: Mature hard cheeses such as Comté, Gruyère, or a vintage cloth-bound Cheddar.