{"title":"Majella | Coonawarra","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMajella\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Coonawarra’s most respected family-owned estate wineries, producing Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Riesling from estate vineyards on the region’s famous terra rossa soils. The Lynn family have farmed the Penola–Coonawarra district for more than four generations, while winemaker Bruce Gregory has overseen every Majella vintage since 1999.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCoonawarra\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLocated on South Australia’s Limestone Coast, Coonawarra is Australia’s benchmark Cabernet Sauvignon region. Its narrow strip of terra rossa soil over limestone produces wines renowned for structure, longevity and regional character. Explore the current range of Majella wines available at Wine Sellers Direct.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"majella-coonawarra-shiraz-2019","title":"Majella Coonawarra Shiraz 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eUncover the delicious tastes of Majella Coonawarra Shiraz 2019. Taken from the highly regarded Coonawarra region in South Australia, this wine is a deep, vivid ruby red with a lively crimson tone. It boasts a full-bodied, intense flavour profile with notes of oak that permeate every sip. Infused with flavours of liquorice, mocha, and hazelnut, this Shiraz also offers juicy plum and cherry fruit at its core. Added to this is a refreshing acidity and youthfulness, making it enjoyable now, but allowing for further maturation for even greater satisfaction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Majella","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45164682674425,"sku":"9331138000855-2019","price":32.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/majella-coonawarra-shiraz-2019.jpg?v=1717740895"},{"product_id":"majella-the-musician-cabernet-shiraz-2022-coonawarra","title":"Majella The Musician Cabernet Shiraz 2022 (Coonawarra)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMajella The Musician 2022 Cabernet Shiraz presents a vibrant, deep ruby red hue with garnet tinges, embodying the classic Coonawarra character. The nose is an inviting medley of blackcurrant, blackberry, and mulberry, interwoven with subtle notes of mint, eucalyptus, and peppery spice, complemented by hints of liquorice and cold tea. On the palate, it unfolds with a fresh, fruit-forward profile, delivering juicy dark berries, a touch of oak, and a fine, silky tannic structure. Its medium weight and balanced acidity create an elegant, harmonious finish that lingers, making it a versatile companion for hearty dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Majella","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46825616179449,"sku":"9331138000862-2022","price":16.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/majella-the-musician-coonawarra-cabernet-shiraz-2022.jpg?v=1757397190"},{"product_id":"majella-merlot-2022-coonawarra","title":"Majella Merlot 2022 | Coonawarra","description":"\u003cp\u003eMajella Merlot 2022 is fragrant blackcurrant and cassis on the nose with subtle hints of spice — rich, ripe dark berry flavours on the palate with smooth tannins and elegant oak integration leading to a long, balanced finish of outstanding Coonawarra distinction. Dark damson with a bright ruby hue. 100% Merlot. Coonawarra, South Australia. 14.5% alc. 750ml. Enjoy now or cellar up to 8 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMajella Merlot 2022 presents a dark damson colour with a bright ruby hue of exceptional depth and Coonawarra distinction — displaying the outstanding quality characteristic of 100% Merlot fermented in 300-litre French oak barrels and matured for 15 months in French oak, crafted by winemakers Bruce Gregory and Michael Marcus of enduring Majella Coonawarra distinction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is fragrant and immediately captivating — blackcurrant and cassis of exceptional richness and Coonawarra distinction, with subtle hints of spice of genuine complexity and refinement. A bouquet of outstanding aromatic depth and authentic Majella Merlot character — deeply inviting, luscious and expressive, with the hallmark blackcurrant and cassis purity and spice complexity that defines Majella Merlot 2022 at its finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich and luscious on the palate — ripe dark berry flavours of exceptional depth and Coonawarra distinction, with smooth tannins and elegant oak integration of outstanding balance and genuine Majella Merlot character leading to a long, balanced finish of enduring Coonawarra distinction. Fermented in 300-litre French oak barrels and matured 15 months in French oak — enhancing complexity and structure whilst preserving the varietal character of Merlot of outstanding Majella distinction. Enjoy now or cellar up to 8 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exceptional Majella Merlot 2022 is a natural companion to slow-cooked lamb, roast duck, beef bourguignon, aged cheddar or a classic mushroom risotto — where its blackcurrant, cassis, rich dark berry fruits, smooth tannins and elegant oak integration deliver a Coonawarra Merlot experience of outstanding richness, balance and enduring Majella distinction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Majella","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48286979490041,"sku":"9331138000893-2022","price":32.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/majella-coonawarra-merlot-2022.webp?v=1776230469"},{"product_id":"majella-sparkling-shiraz-2022-coonawarra","title":"Majella Sparkling Shiraz 2022 | Coonawarra","description":"\u003cp\u003eMajella Sparkling Shiraz 2022 is a proud keeper of the great Australian sparkling red tradition — a vibrant dark red with a bright ruby hue and fine bead, with fresh plum, raspberry, and blackberry aromas, and a smooth, luscious palate of black fruit characters, a hint of spice, gentle tannins, and a generous finish. Crafted by méthode traditionnelle: the base wine matured in 2nd and 3rd use French oak hogsheads for five months, secondary fermentation in bottle, 14 months on lees, hand-riddled, disgorged, and finished with a small addition of vintage port for extra complexity. Enjoy now or cellar for up to 10 years. 100% Coonawarra Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrant dark red with a bright ruby hue and a fine bead — the classic, inviting colour of a Coonawarra Sparkling Shiraz crafted by méthode traditionnelle, with the depth and vibrancy that 14 months on lees and a vintage port dosage deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh plum, raspberry, and blackberry — the bright, fruit-driven aromatic profile of a 100% Coonawarra Shiraz with the added complexity of French oak maturation, lees contact, and the subtle richness that a small addition of vintage port contributes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth and luscious — black fruit characters with a hint of spice, gentle tannins, and a generous finish. Complex yet immediately enjoyable, with the fine bead and creamy texture that 14 months of lees ageing and hand-riddling by méthode traditionnelle produce. Enjoy now or cellar with confidence for up to 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasts, barbecued meats — and even a classic bacon and eggs breakfast. The gentle tannins, bright fruit, and generous finish make this one of the most versatile and joyful wines at the table, whatever the occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Majella","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48449659240697,"sku":"9331138000824-2022","price":34.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/majella-sparkling-shiraz-coonawarra-750ml.webp?v=1779930087"},{"product_id":"majella-cabernet-sauvignon-2022-coonawarra","title":"Majella Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 | Coonawarra","description":"\u003cp\u003eMajella Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is one of Coonawarra’s most acclaimed wines — consistently winning trophies and medals worldwide, and a benchmark expression of the region’s celebrated terra rossa terroir. Deep magenta with a bright garnet hue; classic Coonawarra aromas of eucalypt, mint, and dark berry fruits; elegant and rich on the palate with luscious fruit cake complexity, blackcurrant, cassis, and subtle oak integration; finishing long and structured with fine-grain, dusty tannins. 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Enjoy now or cellar 12–15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep magenta with a bright garnet hue — the concentrated, vivid colour of one of Coonawarra’s most consistently awarded Cabernet Sauvignons, with the depth and intensity that 100% estate Cabernet and exceptional vintage conditions deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic Coonawarra — eucalypt and mint lead with the distinctive regional character that defines this appellation, layered with dark berry fruits of genuine depth and complexity. A bouquet of trophy-winning distinction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant and rich — luscious fruit cake complexity carries through with blackcurrant, cassis, and subtle, well-integrated oak. Fine-grain, dusty tannins provide excellent structure and a long, persistent finish of genuine Coonawarra Cabernet character. 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Pale lemon with lemon curd, florals and citrus on the nose, and a well-balanced palate of crisp acidity and a gentle lingering finish. Gently pressed, stainless steel fermented and bottled young to retain freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePale lemon with bright, fresh clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNose\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLemon curd, florals and citrus. Full-flavoured and immediately inviting with genuine Coonawarra Riesling character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePalate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWell-balanced with crisp acidity and fruit-forward freshness. Gentle, lingering finish with lemon curd and citrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGently pressed with very limited skin contact to preserve fruit aromas and flavours. Fermented in stainless steel tanks. Bottled young to retain crisp freshness and varietal purity. 100% Riesling from the Silica block vineyard, established 1994.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVintage Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2026 Coonawarra vintage continues the exceptional run of recent seasons. A dry winter and spring, consistent warmth through summer, and a cooling effect from the Bonny Upwelling encouraged gradual fruit maturation. Low pest and disease pressure preserved fruit quality throughout. Whites are vibrant with crisp acidity and expressive flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy now or cellar up to 8 years. 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