This is from the Yarra Valley in Victoria and is a blend of 81% Chardonnay, 14% Viognier and 5% Sauvignon Blanc. There is also a “Red Hat” blend that I didn’t get the chance to try. The marketing angle is quite clever with the two wines in the range easily identifiable and a link to […]
Category: Yarra Valley
Sealed in screwcap, 13.2% alcohol. Smoky red cherry, mocha, raspberry, a touch of stalk and some cedar in the background of the nose. The palate shows a lovely balance between savoury elements and fruit sweetness. A medium level of flavour intensity with well integrated tannins and acid leading into a lingering finish. I think it […]
Yering Station (Yarra Valley) – “Yarrabank” Sparkling 2001 – Yeasty nose with citrus, cherry, and some earth. Palate strikes an excellent acid balance that is crisp and refreshing while not being acid dominant. Good mouth-feel and good palate length. Ready to drink for my tastes, but should hold for a few years. 89/100 “E.D” Rosé […]
Yarraloch (Yarra Valley) – A brand new producer and based on their “Stephanie’s Dream” Chardonnay, one to watch out for. Wines are made by Sergio Carlei. “Stephanie’s Dream” Chardonnay 2004 – Lovely minerality, tight and focused but with good flavour intensity as well. Exhibits very good length. I really like this! It’s not a bargain […]
Shelmerdine (Heathcote / Yarra Valley) – “Merindoc” Shiraz 2004 – A barrel sample of the first release of this single vineyard Heathcote wine that was made by Sergei Carlei from Carlei estate. Inky black in colour – a big, brooding, powerful wine that at the same time shows some balance and class. This wine has […]
Punt Road (Yarra Valley) – “MVN” Chardonnay 2004 – Subdued oak that is dominated by the quality of the fruit. A little bit of flint and some funky spice. Has an elegant palate with focused power. Will benefit greatly from 2-3 additional years in bottle where it will take on some more complexity and open […]
Oakridge (Yarra Valley) – Chardonnay 2003 – Very buttery and oaky along with hints of squeezed lemon on the nose. Medium length and lacks complexity on the palate. 86/100 Sauvignon Blanc 2004 – Distinctive, powerful nose of herbs, spice and some sweat. Palate is medium bodied and reasonably crisp. 85/100 Pinot Gris 2005 – Very […]
Killara Park Estate (Yarra Valley) – Sauvignon Blanc 2005 – Freshly cut grass on the nose. Palate is medium intensity but thins out towards the finish. 85/100 Chardonnay 2004 – Nose was completely mute, couldn’t get anything from it. Rich, toasty and broad on the palate. 83/100