Pinot Noir 2018

Located in the Yarra Valley, northeast of Melbourne, the Yarra Yering vineyard benefits from a cool, temperate climate ideal for expressing Pinot Noir. The vines are planted in ancient soils, a blend of clay and gravel, providing both drainage and water retention. This hilly terroir, at a moderate altitude, enjoys cool nights that promote slow ripening and preserve the natural acidity of the grapes. The nearby oceanic influence limits excessive heat, resulting in elegant, structured wines of great aromatic finesse.

The Pinot Noir grapes are hand-harvested, sorted, and destemmed before fermentation in small, open vats, with manual punch-downs to gently extract color and tannins. Malolactic fermentation then takes place in French oak barrels. The wine is aged in French oak barrels for several months, with a limited proportion of new oak to preserve the aromatic finesse and expression of the cool Yarra Valley terroir.

This wine reveals notes of crisp red fruits , Morello cherry , and raspberry , enhanced by floral touches reminiscent of peony and rose. Spicy nuances of sweet pepper and cinnamon mingle with a light oak influence of fine oak and forest floor. On the palate, the texture is silky , supported by fresh acidity, finely integrated tannins, and a persistent, juicy, and elegant finish that highlights the purity of the fruit and the delicacy of the Pinot Noir.

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.