‘No. 28 – Malbec. Black grape, from the Médoc. (This, and the following three sorts [Cabernet Sauvignon, Verdot and Suavignon Blanc], were sent to the colony from one of the best vineyards near Bordeaux, by Mr. Barton, of the house of Barton and Guestier, under the care of Monsr. D. N. Joubert, of the firm of Joubert and Murphy, and they promise to become great acquisitions.) Bunches small, berries rather large , thinly set, a very sweet, richly flavoured grape; said to be used to impart richness to the claret wines.’ [Maro p.27/1844].