2022 Schwarz Wine Company Meta Mataro

The Schwarz Meta series are classic Barossa varietals made with a modern approach.

Here, Mataro finds complexity and an element of herbal freshness through the addition of some whole bunches and minimal tinkering from winemaker Jason Schwarz.

This is an excellent option for those looking for a more lifted and exotic version of this often overlooked Barossan workhorse variety.

95 Points
"Hand-picked mataro from the parishes of Moppa, Vine Vale and Bethany; wild yeast ferment, 17% whole bunches, unfined and unfiltered. Vibrant, purple magenta in the glass with aromas of blueberry, satsuma plum and mulberry set on a base of exotic spice, pressed flowers, turned earth, roasting meats, amaro and just the right dial setting on the mataro 'garrigue'. Bottom line, it's a pure-fruited, exotic little number with a savoury flow, lovely billowing tannins and an air of effortless drinkability."
- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)