Cape Mentelle, one of Margaret River’s founding wineries, has launched a new wine range inspired by the iconic Marri tree native to the region. The new range includes four unique expressions from the 2023 vintage: a Semillon Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz.
Senior Winemaker Coralie Lewis describes the range as “the perfect starting point for those unfamiliar with the Margaret River region and its array of delicious wine styles. The wines are easy-drinking yet quintessential of Cape Mentelle and Margaret River: a crisp and citrus-forward Semillon Sauvignon Blanc, a bright and varietal Chardonnay, a Shiraz bursting with plum and sweet spice, and a Cabernet filled with blue fruits and supple tannins.”
To inaugurate the Marri range, Cape Mentelle partnered with esteemed photographer Vincent Rommelaere to create this immersive photography and wine tasting launch event. The event featured photography by Rommelaere showcasing the relationship between the Marri Trees and the Cape Mentelle vineyards.
“Marri Trees have been a consistent presence for the Cape Mentelle winemaking team since the winery’s inception in 1970,” said David Moulton, Chief of Winemaking and Viticulture at Cape Mentelle.
“They surround our vineyards and protect our vines from the southern breeze that sweeps onto the land from the ocean. This shelters our grapes from the wind, allowing them to ripen in optimal conditions, which helps us create wines of outstanding quality.”
Cape Mentelle Marri collection wines are available now from Dan Murphy's at an RRP of $21.99 and from BWS at $25.
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