Pinot Noir 2018

Located in the Yarra Valley, northeast of Melbourne in the state of Victoria, the Yarra Yering vineyard is planted on well-drained slopes with predominantly gravelly and loamy soils, with clay outcrops. This cool area, among the most renowned in Australia for Burgundy grape varieties, benefits from a climate tempered by altitude and oceanic influence. The plots are planted at high density and cultivated with meticulous attention to manual labor, in order to preserve the precise expression of the terroir and the natural elegance of the wines produced.

The Pinot Noir grapes are hand-harvested and then sorted before fermentation in small, open vats, with the proportion of whole clusters varying depending on the vintage. Fermentation is carried out using indigenous yeasts, with gentle pump-overs or punch-downs to delicately extract color and tannins. After pressing, the wine is transferred to French oak barrels, including a portion of new oak, for extended aging aimed at preserving the aromatic finesse, silky texture, and expression of the cool Yarra Valley terroir.

This wine reveals notes of crisp red fruits , cherry and raspberry , enhanced by floral touches reminiscent of violet, as well as subtle spicy nuances of pepper and nutmeg. Delicate oak accents, evoking cedar and a light toastiness, blend harmoniously into the bouquet. On the palate, the texture is supple and elegant, supported by fresh acidity , fine and well-integrated tannins , and a persistent finish that highlights the purity of the fruit and the overall balance of the wine.

Australia began producing wine more than two centuries ago. This has resulted in a country rich in old vines, multigenerational winemaking families, and a deep-rooted knowledge and respect for craftsmanship. Add to this a thirst for exploration and innovation, a fearless attitude, and a diverse portfolio of 65 wine regions across a wide range of climates, and you have the makings of an extraordinary wine nation. Australia burst onto the export scene in the 1980s and has since been offering the world vibrant, fruity, and exceptionally good-value wines. Until the late 1990s and early 2000s, the history of Australian wine was dominated by examples of Shiraz, Grenache, and overly concentrated red blends. Between these two extremes lies the diverse range of high-quality Australian wines and regional wines that has always existed. Australian viticulture is concentrated primarily along the southern coastline where conditions are cooler. There are four main wine regions, each centered around major cities: Western Australia around Perth, South Australia around Adelaide, Victoria around Melbourne, and New South Wales around Sydney. The country is one of the world's largest wine producers and was the fourth-largest exporter in 2011. This recent development has made Australia one of the most prominent countries for the quality of its wines. You can taste Australian wines throughout the country. Each Australian region has its own grape varieties. Australian wines are defined by their grape variety, unlike French wines, which are defined by their terroir.