Mount Mary Quintet 2022

45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 17% Cabernet Franc, 6% Malbec, 2% Petit Verdot. All the good things. I tasted a 2021 Coleraine the other day, and in many ways, this wine echoes that one. And last year I opened an ’18 MM alongside an ’18 Coleraine, and it was the same kind of thing. Obviously they are different, and yet they have a kinship. I think it’s to do with this restrained intensity, acid and tannin balance, and quintessential Cabernet blend perfume. Just an observation really. If you’re feeling flush, you should try it yourself some day. I can pretty much guarantee you won’t have a bad time.

The pencils and the perfume, crushed small berries, essence-like in a way, with tobacco and a little crushed leaf. It’s medium-bodied, tense and so controlled, firm graphite tannin, a clean cranberry crunch to acidity etches it so finely, and the finish is floral, stony and supremely long. Frisson and finesse. It’s a magnificent wine, and one for the ages.

Drink 2026–2047+

97+ Points

Gary Walsh - The Wine Front

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Question: Why is Mount Mary Quintet 2022 considered a benchmark wine?  

Answer: Mount Mary Quintet 2022 exemplifies precision and harmony, showcasing a classic Bordeaux-style blend with exceptional depth and finesse. Sourced from the Yarra Valley, it combines vibrant blackcurrant, red plum, and herbal notes with fine-grained tannins and a long, refined finish. This vintage reflects meticulous viticulture and winemaking, solidifying its reputation as one of Australia’s most iconic wines.