Mount Mary Quintet
Mount Mary Quintet, an emblematic Yarra Valley cabernet, epitomises the region's essence across three generations. Founded in 1972, the 17-hectare vineyard thrives on low yields and dry conditions atop sandy clay loams over Silurian shales. Its blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot, cabernet franc, malbec, and petit verdot varies with each season, expressing the vineyard's personality. Evolving over decades, this medium-bodied wine mirrors vine age, terroir transparency, and refined winemaking. Dr. John Middleton's visionary influence during the '70s to '90s echoes in its understated yet powerful profile. Vinification, spanning 12–14 days on skins, precedes 22 months' oak maturation, shaping its aromas, colours, and flavours.
About Mount Mary
Mount Mary, revered among oenophiles, stems from Dr. John Middleton's vision. Acquired in 1971, the estate's original vineyard sprouted in 1972. Dr. Middleton, an advocate for finesse, imprinted an unconventional spirit. Today, David Middleton continues the legacy, crafting Quintet, Triolet, chardonnay, and pinot noir—each bearing refined elegance.