The 2018 Heartland Malbec is a rich Australian red wine from South Australia's Langhorne Creek region, produced by Heartland Wines. Crafted from Malbec, this wine reflects the region's warm growing conditions and cooling maritime influences, which encourage ripe fruit flavours and balanced structure. Its anticipated aromas reveal blackberry, dark plum and black cherry, complemented by notes of violet, cocoa, liquorice and subtle earthy spice.
On the palate, it is expected to be medium to full-bodied with smooth tannins and balanced acidity. Flavours of ripe blackberry, blackcurrant and dark plum unfold alongside hints of dark chocolate, black pepper and gentle oak spice. Its generous fruit character is complemented by a velvety texture and developing savoury complexity, creating a harmonious Malbec with depth and richness. The finish is dry and persistent, leaving lingering impressions of dark berries, cocoa and subtle spice.
Ben's Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent choice for customers who appreciate Australian Malbec with concentrated dark-fruit flavours, smooth tannins and savoury complexity. The 2018 Heartland Malbec offers an appealing expression of Langhorne Creek, combining ripe blackberry and plum with subtle chocolate notes and a rounded palate. A suggested drinking window is 2026–2030, depending on bottle condition and storage history. Serve at approximately 16–18°C, allowing the wine a little time to breathe before enjoying. Particularly well suited to grilled ribeye steak, rosemary-roasted lamb, slow-braised beef cheeks, barbecue ribs, mushroom risotto or aged cheddar cheese.
