The Jim Barry Clarevale Cabernet Malbec 2021 is a stunning representation of the Clare Valley region. Upon pouring, the deep ruby hue catches the eye, hinting at the complex flavors to come. The nose is greeted with a bouquet of dark fruit, including blackberry and plum, mingled with subtle notes of vanilla and oak. On the palate, the wine delivers a full-bodied experience, with rich layers of ripe berries, dark chocolate, and a touch of spice. The tannins are well-integrated, providing a smooth and velvety mouthfeel. This vintage from Jim Barry showcases the perfect balance of the boldness of Cabernet and the elegance of Malbec. Enjoy now or cellar for a few years to allow the flavors to develop even further. Overall, a truly exceptional wine that is a testament to the winemaking skills of Jim Barry and the unique terroir of the Clare Valley.
Critic Reviews
97 POINTS
Gary Walsh - The Wine Front
On the upside, this is less expensive than the Jim Barry Armagh, but gee, it’s better. So much so. Blackcurrant, aniseed and camphor, dried roses, tobacco, cedar. It’s medium-bodied, a whole heap of energy here, plenty of ferrous tannin, a whole lot of gummy chew and dried rose, redcurrant, raspberry, blonde tobacco savoury input, a bright orange tang to acidity lending freshness and a crisp feel, with a robust finish of superb length. Here we have it. It’s superb and feels like essence of Clare Valley. Kind of like Wendouree, albeit a little more pricey. Still, hats off. This is super cool and next level. Yes.
97 POINTS
David Sly - Decanter
This blend pays homage to the mighty red wine foundations on which Clare winemaking was built, with an unashamed nod to the classic wines of Wendouree. Constructed with elite grape parcels from a superior vintage, its lively wrestle of components shows Malbec’s rich florals riding atop bright red Cabernet berries, with a hint of menthol at the seams. Going for leanness and elegance rather that heft, luscious redcurrant, raspberry and blackberry fruitiness fills the front-palate, but then Malbec edges its way to centre stage, shaping a rounded mid-palate savouriness with a spicy tingle that drives with purpose and vigour. Fine-grained, pliable Cabernet tannins shape the finish, with notes of aniseed, camphor, tobacco and dried orange peel helping to chisel an intriguing yet crisp finish.
96 POINTS
Mike Bennie - Halliday Wine Companion
Clarevale enters the fray alongside Armagh as top of the tree wine for Jim Barry Wines. Poised, elegant, refined. Superlatives galore. So fragrant, so svelte, such wonderful, beautiful texture. Aromas of black cherry, cassis, clove and eucalyptus with anise and all spice chiming in. The palate similarly flavoured with ribbons of ultrafine, granite-mineral tannin, slightly ferrous, teasing the wine out to its impossibly long and fine finish. Magnificent wine.
95 POINTS
James Suckling
Blackcurrants, blueberries, blue flowers and chocolate orange on the nose of this creamy and full-bodied red. It’s silky and engaging with berry-soaked tannins accompanying the sweet fruit, giving a gentle focus and following through to a long, fresh and caressing finish.
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Tasting Notes
The Jim Barry Clarevale Cabernet Malbec 2021 is a stunning representation of the Clare Valley region. Upon pouring, the deep ruby hue catches the eye, hinting at the complex flavors to come. The nose is greeted with a bouquet of dark fruit, including blackberry and plum, mingled with subtle notes of vanilla and oak. On the palate, the wine delivers a full-bodied experience, with rich layers of ripe berries, dark chocolate, and a touch of spice. The tannins are well-integrated, providing a smooth and velvety mouthfeel. This vintage from Jim Barry showcases the perfect balance of the boldness of Cabernet and the elegance of Malbec. Enjoy now or cellar for a few years to allow the flavors to develop even further. Overall, a truly exceptional wine that is a testament to the winemaking skills of Jim Barry and the unique terroir of the Clare Valley.
