Dry Red No. 1 2019

Located in the renowned Yarra Valley, east of Melbourne in Victoria, Yarra Yering is one of the pioneering estates in this cool region of Australia. Planted on well-drained slopes with predominantly gravelly and clay-loam soils, the vines benefit from a temperate climate with mountain influences, ideal for the slow ripening of Bordeaux grape varieties. The combination of moderate days, cool nights, and low yields fosters the expression of great aromatic finesse and natural balance in the red wines produced here.

The grapes for Dry Red N°1 are hand-harvested, sorted, and destemmed before fermentation in open vats, with manual punch-downs for gentle extraction. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged in French oak barrels, a proportion of which are new, for approximately 15 to 20 months to refine the tannins and preserve the fruit's elegance before bottling at the estate.

This wine reveals notes of blackcurrant , blackberry , and black cherry , complemented by floral touches of violet and peony . Spicy nuances of pepper and clove mingle with a well-integrated oakiness reminiscent of cedar , blond tobacco , and a hint of graphite . The palate is precise, with a slender texture, fresh acidity, fine yet firm tannins, and a long, harmonious finish driven by the purity of the fruit and a lingering touch of spice.

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.