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Pure Yarra energy — silky, spicy and dangerously good at $32.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Luke Lambert Range at Liquid Vibe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo extraordinary expressions from one of the Yarra Valley’s most celebrated artisan producers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrudo Shiraz 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e — 93pts The Wine Front. Pure Yarra energy — silky, spicy and dangerously good. $32.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSyrah 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e — 95pts The Wine Front. Elegant, precise and hauntingly savoury. $40.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Luke Lambert and Crudo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuke Lambert is one of the Yarra Valley’s most respected and celebrated artisan winemakers — known for producing wines of extraordinary elegance, cool-climate precision and distinctive character with minimal intervention. Crudo — Italian for “raw” — perfectly captures the philosophy behind this wine: pure site expression, no heavy extraction, no winemaking artifice, just Luke Lambert’s signature finesse and the extraordinary character of the Sleight of Hand vineyard on the Yarra Valley’s cool northern slopes. A Liquid Vibe staff favourite for good reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit is hand-picked from the Sleight of Hand vineyard on the Yarra Valley’s cool northern slopes — naturally fermented with wild yeasts and matured in large neutral oak to preserve freshness and transparency. 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The \u003cstrong\u003e2011 Cabernet Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e is another magnificent release, combining the power and structure of Cabernet Sauvignon with the perfume, richness and elegance that Malbec brings to the blend. It is a wine of extraordinary depth, remarkable balance and exceptional longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced in tiny quantities and eagerly sought after by collectors every vintage, this is classic Australian fine wine that will reward patience for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a beautifully layered Cabernet Malbec with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackcurrant and blackberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark plum and black cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCassis and mulberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCedar, cigar box and graphite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDried herbs, dark chocolate and earthy spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine, powerful tannins with exceptional length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is concentrated yet beautifully proportioned, delivering wave after wave of dark fruit, savoury complexity and mineral precision. The tannins are firm but impeccably integrated, providing the framework for decades of graceful evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eNo Reviews Available\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in \u003cstrong\u003e1893\u003c\/strong\u003e, Wendouree is one of Australia's most revered family-owned wineries and a true icon of the \u003cstrong\u003eClare Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e. The estate's dry-grown vineyards, many planted decades ago, consistently produce wines of remarkable concentration, individuality and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCabernet Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e has become one of Wendouree's signature wines, demonstrating just how harmonious these two varieties can be when grown on the estate's famous red loam and limestone soils. Traditional winemaking, low yields and minimal intervention ensure every bottle reflects both the vineyard and the remarkable history of this legendary producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWendouree wines are celebrated for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely limited production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding cellaring potential of 30–40+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic, ageworthy Australian style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional structure and complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong demand from collectors worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry-aged rib-eye steak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast leg of lamb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeef Wellington\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow-braised beef cheeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Cheddar, Comté or aged Gouda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are very few Australian wineries that command the respect of \u003cstrong\u003eWendouree\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2011 Cabernet Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e is everything great Australian fine wine should be—powerful without excess, intensely flavoured yet beautifully balanced, and built to evolve for decades. 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Produced in tiny quantities and released only to a fortunate few, the \u003cstrong\u003e2022 Wendouree Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e is a magnificent expression of the Clare Valley, combining immense concentration with precision, elegance and extraordinary longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wine that has earned its reputation not through marketing, but through decades of proving itself in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a classically structured Cabernet Sauvignon with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackcurrant and cassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackberry and dark plum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCedar, graphite and cigar box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBay leaf, sage and dried herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark chocolate and subtle spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful, fine-grained tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is beautifully composed, delivering exceptional fruit concentration wrapped around a core of vibrant acidity and finely sculpted tannins. Layers of dark fruit, savoury complexity and mineral freshness build effortlessly towards an incredibly long, persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points – The Real Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished in \u003cstrong\u003e1893\u003c\/strong\u003e, Wendouree remains one of Australia's most revered and traditional wineries. The estate's historic dry-grown vineyards in the \u003cstrong\u003eClare Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e consistently produce Cabernet Sauvignon of exceptional depth, structure and individuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is sourced from mature, low-yielding vines rooted in the estate's famous red loam over limestone soils. Traditional winemaking, patient maturation and minimal intervention allow the vineyard to shine, resulting in a Cabernet that is unmistakably Wendouree—powerful, structured and incredibly long-lived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWendouree Cabernet Sauvignon is renowned for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely limited production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Clare Valley character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding concentration and structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellaring potential of 30–50+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong demand from collectors worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry-aged porterhouse or rib-eye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast lamb with rosemary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeef Wellington\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow-braised short ribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Cheddar, aged Gouda or Parmigiano Reggiano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew Australian wines inspire the respect that \u003cstrong\u003eWendouree Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e commands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2022 vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e is everything we've come to expect from this legendary estate—deeply concentrated fruit, impeccable balance, refined tannins and extraordinary ageing potential. It is a wine that will continue to evolve and reward patient collectors for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003e97-point ratings from both Halliday Wine Companion and The Real Review\u003c\/strong\u003e, plus \u003cstrong\u003e95+ points from The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is one of Australia's benchmark Cabernet Sauvignons and an essential addition to any serious cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e$250\u003c\/strong\u003e, you're investing in one of the country's most iconic wines—a bottle that represents the very best of the Clare Valley and the enduring legacy of Australian fine wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e👉 Highly allocated and produced in extremely limited quantities, the 2022 Wendouree Cabernet Sauvignon is a must-have for serious collectors. 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Produced in tiny quantities and released only to a fortunate few, the \u003cstrong\u003e2015 Wendouree Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e is a magnificent expression of the Clare Valley, combining immense concentration with precision, elegance and extraordinary longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wine that has earned its reputation not through marketing, but through decades of proving itself in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a classically structured Cabernet Sauvignon with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackcurrant and cassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackberry and dark plum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCedar, graphite and cigar box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBay leaf, sage and dried herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark chocolate and subtle spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful, fine-grained tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is beautifully composed, delivering exceptional fruit concentration wrapped around a core of vibrant acidity and finely sculpted tannins. Layers of dark fruit, savoury complexity and mineral freshness build effortlessly towards an incredibly long, persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished in \u003cstrong\u003e1893\u003c\/strong\u003e, Wendouree remains one of Australia's most revered and traditional wineries. The estate's historic dry-grown vineyards in the \u003cstrong\u003eClare Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e consistently produce Cabernet Sauvignon of exceptional depth, structure and individuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is sourced from mature, low-yielding vines rooted in the estate's famous red loam over limestone soils. 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Traditional winemaking, patient maturation and minimal intervention allow the vineyard to shine, resulting in a Cabernet that is unmistakably Wendouree—powerful, structured and incredibly long-lived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWendouree Cabernet Sauvignon is renowned for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely limited production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Clare Valley character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding concentration and structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellaring potential of 30–50+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong demand from collectors worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry-aged porterhouse or rib-eye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast lamb with rosemary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeef Wellington\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow-braised short ribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Cheddar, aged Gouda or Parmigiano Reggiano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew Australian wines inspire the respect that \u003cstrong\u003eWendouree Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e commands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2014 vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e is everything we've come to expect from this legendary estate—deeply concentrated fruit, impeccable balance, refined tannins and extraordinary ageing potential. It is a wine that will continue to evolve and reward patient collectors for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003e98, 97 \u0026amp; 96 points from The World's Top Critics\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is one of Australia's benchmark Cabernet Sauvignons and an essential addition to any serious cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e$250\u003c\/strong\u003e, you're investing in one of the country's most iconic wines—a bottle that represents the very best of the Clare Valley and the enduring legacy of Australian fine wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e👉 Highly allocated and produced in extremely limited quantities, the 2014 Wendouree Cabernet Sauvignon is a must-have for serious collectors. Secure your bottle while available.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wendouree","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52368541942062,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/WendoureeCabernetSauvignon_5533425e-3d34-4d42-9aa9-79aec5037752.png?v=1785379524"},{"product_id":"wendouree-cabernet-sauvignon-2012","title":"2012 Wendouree Cabernet Sauvignon | Iconic Clare Valley Old Vine Cabernet","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🏆 99 Point Cabernet Sauvignon | An Australian Fine Wine Icon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere are iconic Australian Cabernets, and then there is Wendouree.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA magnificent expression of the Clare Valley, combining immense concentration with precision, elegance and extraordinary longevity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 Points - JamesSuckling.com | 98 Points - Halliday Wine Companion 95+ Points – The Wine Front \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClare Valley, SA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRRP $250 a bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLegendary • Powerful • Built for Decades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are iconic Australian Cabernets, and then there is \u003cstrong\u003eWendouree\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more than 130 years, Wendouree has quietly crafted wines that have become the benchmark for ageworthy Australian Cabernet Sauvignon. Produced in tiny quantities and released only to a fortunate few, the \u003cstrong\u003e2012 Wendouree Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e is a magnificent expression of the Clare Valley, combining immense concentration with precision, elegance and extraordinary longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wine that has earned its reputation not through marketing, but through decades of proving itself in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a classically structured Cabernet Sauvignon with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackcurrant and cassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackberry and dark plum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCedar, graphite and cigar box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBay leaf, sage and dried herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark chocolate and subtle spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful, fine-grained tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is beautifully composed, delivering exceptional fruit concentration wrapped around a core of vibrant acidity and finely sculpted tannins. Layers of dark fruit, savoury complexity and mineral freshness build effortlessly towards an incredibly long, persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 Points JamesSuckling.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95+ Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished in \u003cstrong\u003e1893\u003c\/strong\u003e, Wendouree remains one of Australia's most revered and traditional wineries. The estate's historic dry-grown vineyards in the \u003cstrong\u003eClare Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e consistently produce Cabernet Sauvignon of exceptional depth, structure and individuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is sourced from mature, low-yielding vines rooted in the estate's famous red loam over limestone soils. Traditional winemaking, patient maturation and minimal intervention allow the vineyard to shine, resulting in a Cabernet that is unmistakably Wendouree—powerful, structured and incredibly long-lived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWendouree Cabernet Sauvignon is renowned for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely limited production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Clare Valley character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding concentration and structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellaring potential of 30–50+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong demand from collectors worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry-aged porterhouse or rib-eye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast lamb with rosemary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeef Wellington\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow-braised short ribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Cheddar, aged Gouda or Parmigiano Reggiano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew Australian wines inspire the respect that \u003cstrong\u003eWendouree Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e commands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2014 vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e is everything we've come to expect from this legendary estate—deeply concentrated fruit, impeccable balance, refined tannins and extraordinary ageing potential. It is a wine that will continue to evolve and reward patient collectors for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003e99 \u0026amp; 98 points from The World's Top Critics\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is one of Australia's benchmark Cabernet Sauvignons and an essential addition to any serious cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e$250\u003c\/strong\u003e, you're investing in one of the country's most iconic wines—a bottle that represents the very best of the Clare Valley and the enduring legacy of Australian fine wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e👉 Highly allocated and produced in extremely limited quantities, the 2014 Wendouree Cabernet Sauvignon is a must-have for serious collectors. 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succession\u003c\/strong\u003e at Medhurst.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRain during flowering dramatically reduced yields in the earlier-ripening varieties, with Pinot Noir yields approximately \u003cstrong\u003e50% below normal\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut Medhurst reports that despite the tiny crops, quality was extremely high, producing wines with \u003cstrong\u003epower, balance and excellent flavour intensity\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat lower-yielding Pinot component is particularly interesting in a wine like YRB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vintage naturally gave Medhurst concentrated Pinot fruit while maintaining the freshness required for this style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNot Pinot Noir. Not Shiraz. Something Completely Different.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's the easiest way to understand YRB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're expecting classic Pinot Noir, you'll find more spice, darkness and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're expecting classic Shiraz, you'll find more perfume, red fruit and delicacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYRB sits beautifully between the two.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd at only \u003cstrong\u003e13% alcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e, this isn't a heavy red. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's the sort of wine you can serve slightly cool and drink across an entire meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's increasingly attractive for people looking for \u003cstrong\u003elighter, fresher Australian reds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Medhurst Red Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking across the Medhurst Estate wines, each offers something very different:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstate Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfumed • Red-fruited • Silky • Elegant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstate YRB Pinot Noir Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJuicy • Fragrant • Spicy • Savoury • Energetic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstate Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDark-fruited • Peppery • Structured • Powerful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstate Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCassis • Violet • Cedar • Fine tannin • Cellar-worthy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYRB might actually be the most immediately enjoyable of the lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's serious wine without taking itself too seriously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is incredibly versatile at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry it with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuck breast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeking duck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast chicken\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePork belly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChargrilled lamb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMushroom risotto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood-fired pizza\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharcuterie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalmon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'd particularly like this with \u003cstrong\u003educk or wood-fired pizza\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pinot fruit works with the lighter flavours while Shiraz provides enough spice and structure to handle richer dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd don't serve it too warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAround 14–16°C would be ideal.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDrinking \u0026amp; Cellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe attraction of YRB is its immediacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is already four years from vintage and should be drinking beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrink now–2030+.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of Pinot Noir and Shiraz should allow the wine to develop some lovely savoury complexity, but I wouldn't buy this primarily for long-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'd buy it to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it a large glass, serve it slightly cool and enjoy the combination of \u003cstrong\u003ered fruit, florals, pepper and spice\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of those wines that gives you something genuinely different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePinot Noir + Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCo-fermented rather than simply blended\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCool-climate Yarra Valley fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnly 13% alcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRRP $46.50\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd it taps into one of the great forgotten traditions of Australian wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut forget the history lesson for a moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe reason to buy it is because Pinot Noir and Shiraz work brilliantly 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class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eYarra Valley, Victoria\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRRP $70 a bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis might be one of the most unexpected wines in the \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering\u003c\/strong\u003e portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you think of Yarra Yering, you immediately think of \u003cstrong\u003eDry Red Wine No. 1, Dry Red Wine No. 2, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSparkling wine?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProbably not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the \u003cstrong\u003e2018 Yarra Yering Sparkling Cuvée\u003c\/strong\u003e proves that this legendary Yarra Valley estate is capable of producing something very special in bubbles as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalliday Wine Companion identifies the 2018 as a \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Valley vintage sparkling based on Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e, and Yarra Yering continues to offer the 2018 release through its current sparkling collection. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen look at the scores:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – The Real Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's serious territory for Australian sparkling wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a beautifully mature and complex vintage sparkling showing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen apple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLemon and citrus zest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite peach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNashi pear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrioche and fresh pastry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToasted nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtle honeyed complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine savoury notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMineral freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter years of bottle development, the attraction here is the combination of \u003cstrong\u003efreshness and maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright citrus and orchard fruits provide energy, while bottle age brings additional layers of brioche, toast, nuts and savoury complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mousse is fine, the palate precise and the finish long and beautifully dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is sparkling wine for people who want more than simply bubbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – The Real 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95-point assessment is particularly enthusiastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a serious white wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Rhône-Inspired Yarra Valley Blend\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 blend is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e46% Marsanne\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30% Roussanne\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16% Grenache Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8% Viognier\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a fascinating combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarsanne\u003c\/strong\u003e provides body, texture and pear-like fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoussanne\u003c\/strong\u003e contributes perfume, richness, herbs and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrenache Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e adds freshness, citrus and drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViognier\u003c\/strong\u003e lifts the aromatics with flowers and stone fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether they produce something completely different from conventional Australian white wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's one of those wines where you keep finding something new every time you return to the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFascinating Winemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking is just as interesting as the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach grape variety is \u003cstrong\u003eharvested separately at optimum ripeness\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the fruit hand-picked, chilled overnight and then whole-bunch pressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unclarified juice is gravity-fed into \u003cstrong\u003eseasoned French oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, while portions of the Marsanne and Roussanne are fermented and matured in \u003cstrong\u003eceramic eggs\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe individual components then remain undisturbed for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10 months\u003c\/strong\u003e before blending and bottling. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ceramic eggs are particularly interesting because they contribute texture without introducing oak flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's part of what gives Dry White No. 2 its distinctive combination of \u003cstrong\u003efruit weight, chalkiness, grip and freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYarra Yering Doing What Yarra Yering Does Best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat I love about this wine is that it demonstrates why \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering\u003c\/strong\u003e remains such an important Australian estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey don't simply make Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Shiraz because those are the 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scallops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast pork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrab pasta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoroccan-spiced chicken\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePumpkin and sage ravioli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMushroom dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComté or Gruyère\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of texture, perfume and savoury spice makes it far more versatile at the table than many conventional aromatic whites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a lot to enjoy now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white flowers, pear, stone fruit and spice are beautifully expressive, while the palate already has terrific texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the combination of fruit concentration, phenolic grip and acidity suggests this should become increasingly complex with bottle age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrink now–2032+.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'd happily buy enough to drink some young and watch the rest develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is exactly the sort of wine serious wine lovers should be exploring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Yarra Yering Dry White Wine No. 2\u003c\/strong\u003e isn't another Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc. It's a blend of \u003cstrong\u003e46% Marsanne, 30% Roussanne, 16% Grenache Blanc and 8% Viognier\u003c\/strong\u003e, fermented and matured using seasoned French oak and ceramic eggs. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd look at the reviews:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96+ Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – The R Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003eRRP $70\u003c\/strong\u003e, that's outstanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's \u003cstrong\u003efloral, spicy, mineral, textural and incredibly complex\u003c\/strong\u003e, with enough richness to satisfy Chardonnay drinkers but enough freshness and savoury tension to keep you coming back for another glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you've never had Yarra Yering Dry White No. 2 before, the 2024 is the vintage to discover it. This is one of the most interesting white wines being made in Australia.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 96+ Halliday + 95 Wine Front + 95 Real Review. 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Pithy citrus, acidity and gentle phenolic grip provide tension, while integrated French oak adds structure and complexity. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's \u003cstrong\u003epowerful yet taut, creamy yet mineral, complex yet incredibly precise\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – Halliday Wine Companion 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Campbell Mattinson, The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYarra Yering's current release information confirms both scores, alongside further recognition for the 2024 Crécy. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCampbell Mattinson's \u003cstrong\u003e95-point Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e review highlighted nectarine, brine, wax, honeyed cream, herbs and preserved lemon, but particularly praised the wine's control, confidence and ability to age. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't just a Chardonnay for drinking immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a Chardonnay worth putting in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Crécy Block – A Study in Chardonnay Clones\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where the wine becomes particularly fascinating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than simply replicating Yarra Yering's flagship Chardonnay, \u003cstrong\u003eCrécy is a study of different Chardonnay clones growing within one block\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 blend is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e35% Old Vine Yarra Yering Clone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e35% Clone 548\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30% Clone 95\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross the Crécy block there are \u003cstrong\u003eseven individual clone\/rootstock combinations\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat gives winemaker \u003cstrong\u003eSarah Crowe\u003c\/strong\u003e a remarkable palette of Chardonnay material to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe old-vine material connects the wine to Yarra Yering's history, while clones 548 and 95 bring their own expression of fruit, structure and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt makes Crécy far more than simply a second Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt is its own expression of the Yarra Yering vineyard.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSerious Chardonnay Winemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking is every bit as impressive as the vineyard story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit was:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand harvested\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChilled overnight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhole-bunch pressed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel fermented in French oak\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40% new French oak\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% malolactic fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine then remained untouched on full yeast lees for \u003cstrong\u003e10 months in barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by another \u003cstrong\u003efour months in tank on primary lees\u003c\/strong\u003e before bottling. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat extended lees contact builds weight, texture and complexity, while the cool-vintage acidity and citrus character keep everything beautifully focused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an excellent example of modern Australian Chardonnay: \u003cstrong\u003etexture without heaviness and oak without losing fruit purity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYarra Yering Pedigree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew Australian estates carry the history of \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard was established in 1969, and Chardonnay was among its original plantings. Today, winemaker \u003cstrong\u003eSarah Crowe\u003c\/strong\u003e continues to explore what this remarkable site can produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage was challenging early, including Yarra Yering's wettest January in more than 55 years, but warm and dry conditions followed through February and March. Slow, patient picking ultimately delivered fruit with concentration, freshness and excellent natural acidity. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrécy is particularly exciting because it shows that Yarra Yering is still evolving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than half a century after the vineyard was established, the estate continues to explore new blocks, clones and expressions of its extraordinary site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLobster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeared scallops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKingfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast chicken\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled snapper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrab pasta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMushroom risotto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePork belly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComté and other aged cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis deserves a good Chardonnay or Burgundy glass and doesn't need to be served too cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's where I think this wine becomes even more exciting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 Crécy is already beautifully balanced, but both the winery and critics see considerable development ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYarra Yering recommends cellaring for \u003cstrong\u003eup to eight years under suitable conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e, while The Wine Front specifically notes that the wine is built to age and will benefit from additional bottle time. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrink now–2033+.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf opening it young, give it some air and don't serve it refrigerator-cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis could become a \u003cstrong\u003eseriously important Chardonnay in the Yarra Yering range\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have one of Australia's great estates taking a specific block and exploring the interaction between its traditional old-vine Chardonnay material and modern clones \u003cstrong\u003e548 and 95\u003c\/strong\u003e. Then Sarah Crowe gives it serious winemaking treatment: whole-bunch pressing, barrel fermentation, \u003cstrong\u003e40% new French oak, full malolactic fermentation and extended lees maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the critics have responded:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat I particularly love is the combination of \u003cstrong\u003enectarine, preserved lemon, minerality, brine and creamy lees texture\u003c\/strong\u003e. There's richness, but also serious tension and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eRRP $77\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Yarra Yering Crécy Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you an exciting new expression from one of Australia's most celebrated wineries without moving into the considerably higher price territory of its top Chardonnay releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you love serious Yarra Valley Chardonnay—or premium white Burgundy—this is absolutely one to buy, drink and put a few bottles away in the cellar.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👉 \u003c\/strong\u003e96 Halliday + 95 Wine Front + Yarra Yering. 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While Yarra Yering's flagship Pinot Noir combines a number of clones, Waterloo was planted specifically to explore what MV6 could achieve on this extraordinary site. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd judging by the \u003cstrong\u003e2024 release\u003c\/strong\u003e, the answer is: quite a lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points from Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e94 points from The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e for a relatively new wine is an exceptional result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eRRP $77\u003c\/strong\u003e, this gives Pinot lovers another way into the extraordinary Yarra Yering story at almost half the price of the estate's flagship Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect an incredibly perfumed Pinot Noir showing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed cherry and cranberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePomegranate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaspberry and strawberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViolets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRose petals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCardamom and fennel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSavoury spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtle char\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine, gently chewy tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003esilky, elegant and beautifully fragrant Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's lovely flesh through the centre of the palate, but the wine remains distinctly medium-bodied and refined. Cherry and pomegranate fruit meet spice and subtle char, while fine tannins provide enough structure to carry everything through a persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYarra Yering describes the wine as having a silky, elegant fruit profile wrapped in fine tannin, with both immediate appeal and excellent persistence. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points – Campbell Mattinson, The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalliday reviewer Philip Rich called it an \u003cstrong\u003eexcellent new addition to the range\u003c\/strong\u003e, highlighting red cherry, cranberry, rose, cardamom and fennel characters together with its medium-bodied palate and gently chewy tannins. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCampbell Mattinson was equally enthusiastic, awarding it \u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e and describing the 2024 Yarra Yering releases as some of Sarah Crowe's best work to date. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine also received a \u003cstrong\u003eSilver Medal at the 2025 Yarra Valley Wine Show\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Waterloo Block – 100% MV6 Pinot Noir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is what makes Waterloo particularly interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWaterloo Block was planted exclusively to MV6 in 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e, with its rows running east–west to improve canopy management and drainage. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMV6 is arguably Australia's most important Pinot Noir clone and is particularly significant in the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYarra Yering's flagship Pinot Noir contains a mixture of clones, including MV6, but the estate previously didn't have a dedicated single planting of MV6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaterloo changes that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt allows \u003cstrong\u003eSarah Crowe and the Yarra Yering team to explore the personality of MV6 on its own\u003c\/strong\u003e, making this a fascinating counterpoint to the estate's flagship Pinot Noir. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeticulous Winemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you'd expect from Yarra Yering, the winemaking is beautifully considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is \u003cstrong\u003ehand-picked and chilled overnight\u003c\/strong\u003e before careful sorting and gentle destemming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation involves \u003cstrong\u003etwice-daily hand plunging\u003c\/strong\u003e, encouraging gentle extraction rather than sheer power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter pressing, the wine is gravity-filled into French oak barrels, with \u003cstrong\u003e20% new oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, and spends approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10 months maturing in Yarra Yering's cool underground cellar\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a wine where oak supports rather than dominates the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's all about \u003cstrong\u003eperfume, texture, purity and fine tannin\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYarra Yering Pedigree at a Brilliant Price\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where Waterloo becomes extremely compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYarra Yering's flagship Pinot Noir now sits firmly among Australia's premium Pinot Noirs. Waterloo gives you a different expression from the same remarkable estate and winemaking team for \u003cstrong\u003eRRP $77\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd it's not simply a lesser version of the flagship wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a \u003cstrong\u003edifferent expression of the vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e, built specifically around the MV6 clone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat gives serious Pinot drinkers a fascinating opportunity to taste the two wines side-by-side and explore how clone, site and vine age influence the final wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast duck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeking duck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChargrilled salmon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast chicken\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePork belly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMushroom risotto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTruffle pasta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeef tartare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe it slightly cool—around \u003cstrong\u003e14–16°C\u003c\/strong\u003e—and give it a good Burgundy glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the attractions of Waterloo is its immediate accessibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYarra Yering describes it as a wine with plenty of youthful appeal, while still possessing the structure to evolve over the medium term. The winery suggests approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 years of cellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e, while Halliday's assessment sees potential over roughly \u003cstrong\u003efive to seven years\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wine Front lists a drinking window of \u003cstrong\u003e2025–2033+\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'd happily drink it now for its perfume and vibrant fruit, but a few years in bottle should bring additional savoury complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis could become one of the most exciting wines in the \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering\u003c\/strong\u003e portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have a dedicated \u003cstrong\u003eMV6 Pinot Noir block\u003c\/strong\u003e, a legendary Yarra Valley estate and the winemaking of \u003cstrong\u003eSarah Crowe\u003c\/strong\u003e, all brought together in a wine that has already received:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd the RRP is \u003cstrong\u003e$77\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's a compelling proposition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Waterloo Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e is fragrant, silky and beautifully detailed, with red cherry, cranberry, pomegranate, florals and spice wrapped around fine tannins. It's sophisticated enough for serious Pinot collectors but approachable enough to open tonight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you've always wanted to explore Yarra Yering Pinot Noir but haven't wanted to spend $140+ on the flagship wine, Waterloo is an outstanding place to start.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👉 \u003c\/strong\u003e96 Halliday + 94 Wine Front + Yarra Yering. Waterloo is a beautifully perfumed, silky and precise Pinot Noir that serious Yarra Valley wine lovers should not miss.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yarra Yering","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52418798551342,"sku":null,"price":77.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/2024YarraYeringWaterlooPinotNoir.webp?v=1786427172"},{"product_id":"yarra-yering-pinot-noir-2023","title":"2023 Yarra Yering Pinot Noir | 97 Point Yarra Valley Pinot Noir","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🏆 97 POINTS HALLIDAY | YARRA YERING | WORLD-CLASS YARRA VALLEY PINOT NOIR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of Australia's Great Pinot Noirs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA serious, beautifully structured expression from one of Australia's most important estates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – The Real Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94+ Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYarra Valley, Victoria\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRRP $143 a bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is Yarra Valley Pinot Noir—and then there is \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2023 Yarra Yering Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e is a serious, beautifully structured expression from one of Australia's most important estates. This isn't Pinot made simply for immediate prettiness. It has perfume and silkiness, but underneath sits genuine concentration, structure and the ability to evolve beautifully in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalliday Wine Companion awarded it an exceptional \u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, while \u003cstrong\u003eThe Real Review gave it 96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e. The wine was also awarded a \u003cstrong\u003eGold Medal at the 2024 Melbourne Royal Wine Awards\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt this level, we're talking about one of the elite Pinot Noirs of the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a beautifully complex Pinot Noir showing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark cherry and raspberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePomegranate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRose petals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViolets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForest floor and sous bois\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiquorice and aniseed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSavoury spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtle smoky oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine, persistent tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfume is gorgeous, but there's real substance underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's \u003cstrong\u003emedium-bodied, intense and beautifully structured\u003c\/strong\u003e, with dark cherry and raspberry fruit flowing through a fine but persistent tannin framework. Floral characters and subtle forest-floor complexity provide another dimension, while the finish is long, controlled and remarkably elegant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalliday's Philip Rich highlighted its dark cherry, raspberry, rose and sous-bois characters, describing a wine of persistence, structure and intensity that will reward patience. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – The Real Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94+ Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Real Review's assessment noted the wine's youthful colour, floral and undergrowth complexity, concentration, focus and serious structure. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 has also collected an impressive series of show results:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🥇 Gold Medal – 2024 Melbourne Royal Wine Awards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a seriously decorated Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeticulous Winemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinot Noir demands precision, and Yarra Yering takes an extremely careful approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is \u003cstrong\u003ehand-picked and chilled overnight\u003c\/strong\u003e, then put through a second sorting before destemming into Yarra Yering's small fermenters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFerments are gently \u003cstrong\u003ehand-plunged twice daily\u003c\/strong\u003e, deliberately avoiding excessive extraction and helping preserve the wine's perfume, purity and silky texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter pressing, the wine spends approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10 months in French oak, with 30% new barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat restrained approach to extraction and oak is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aim isn't to manufacture power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's to allow the fruit, vineyard and vintage to speak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYarra Yering Pedigree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYarra Yering occupies a special place in Australian wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded by \u003cstrong\u003eDr Bailey Carrodus\u003c\/strong\u003e, who planted the vineyard in \u003cstrong\u003e1969\u003c\/strong\u003e, it played a pivotal role in the revival of the modern Yarra Valley wine industry. Today, under winemaker \u003cstrong\u003eSarah Crowe\u003c\/strong\u003e, the estate continues to produce some of Australia's most celebrated wines. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd its reputation has arguably never been stronger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003e2026, Yarra Yering was named The Real Review's Best Australian Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e, after the publication assessed more than 10,000 wines. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pinot Noir sits beautifully within that extraordinary portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast duck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuck breast with cherry sauce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeking duck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTruffle and mushroom risotto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast quail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePork belly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChargrilled salmon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeef tartare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft washed-rind cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor something special, try it with \u003cstrong\u003educk and wild mushrooms\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where the \u003cstrong\u003e2023 Yarra Yering Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e becomes particularly interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalliday's review makes it clear that the wine is still youthful and structured, with patience expected to be rewarded. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wine Front lists a drinking window beginning in \u003cstrong\u003e2027 and extending to 2033+\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'd happily cellar this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrink 2027–2038+\u003c\/strong\u003e, or give it a generous decant if opening a bottle young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't simply another premium Yarra Valley Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering Pinot Noir in one of its strongest recent releases\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have \u003cstrong\u003e97 points from Halliday\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e96 from The Real Review\u003c\/strong\u003e, serious show success and the pedigree of an estate now ranked \u003cstrong\u003eThe Real Review's No. 1 Australian Winery for 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the real attraction is the style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's \u003cstrong\u003eperfumed but powerful, silky but structured, elegant yet remarkably intense\u003c\/strong\u003e. The dark cherry and raspberry fruit is wrapped in roses, violets, forest-floor complexity and beautifully fine tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Pinot Noir that demands a good glass and a little time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eRRP $143\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003e2023 Yarra Yering Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e sits firmly in Australia's premium Pinot category—and it has the quality and pedigree to justify it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you collect Australia's greatest Pinot Noirs from producers such as By Farr, Bass Phillip, Bindi and Giaconda, Yarra Yering deserves to be in that conversation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👉 \u003c\/strong\u003e97 Halliday + 96 Real Review + Yarra Yering. For serious lovers of Australian Pinot Noir, the 2023 is a bottle that belongs in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yarra Yering","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52418799010094,"sku":null,"price":143.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/2024YarraYeringWaterlooPinotNoir.webp?v=1786427172"},{"product_id":"yarra-yering-light-dry-red-2024","title":"2024 Yarra Yering Light Dry Red | 96 Point Yarra Valley Red","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🏆 96 POINTS | PINOT NOIR MEETS SHIRAZ | PURE YARRA YERING MAGIC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePinot Noir Meets Shiraz – And It Works Brilliantly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA red that's dangerously drinkable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94+ Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eYarra Valley, Victoria\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRRP $85 a bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the most fascinating wines in the \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering\u003c\/strong\u003e portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Yarra Yering Light Dry Red\u003c\/strong\u003e combines two varieties that you rarely see together today—\u003cstrong\u003e60% Pinot Noir and 40% Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e—to create a wine that's fragrant, silky, spicy and incredibly seductive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's lighter on its feet than conventional Shiraz but has considerably more structure and savoury complexity than you'd expect from Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA red that's almost dangerously drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd with \u003cstrong\u003e96 points from Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e94+ points from Campbell Mattinson at The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 2024 is an outstanding release. Yarra Yering confirms the blend as 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Shiraz, with 13.5% alcohol. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a wonderfully aromatic wine bursting with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed cherry and raspberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackberry and blueberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWild strawberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrushed violets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExotic spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDried herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtle smoky complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfume is gorgeous—\u003cstrong\u003eviolets and mixed summer berries\u003c\/strong\u003e immediately leap from the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen comes the texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's light and energetic but surprisingly plush through the middle, with Pinot Noir providing perfume, silkiness and spice while cool-climate Shiraz adds structure and drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA subtle smoky grip from the use of stalks adds another layer of complexity through the finish. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wine built around \u003cstrong\u003efragrance, texture and sheer drinkability\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – Halliday Wine Companion 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94+ Points – Campbell Mattinson, The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wine Front also gives the 2024 a drinking window of \u003cstrong\u003e2026–2034+\u003c\/strong\u003e, highlighting that while Light Dry Red is wonderfully approachable, there is plenty of potential for development in the cellar. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e60% Pinot Noir + 40% Shiraz\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unusual blend is what makes the wine so compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60% Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40% Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pinot Noir provides fragrance, red fruits, silkiness and delicate spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shiraz adds darker fruit, pepper, savoury character and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut them together and you get a wine that sits somewhere between great Yarra Valley Pinot and elegant cool-climate Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd there is a historical precedent for the combination. Pinot Noir and Shiraz blends were once part of the Australian wine landscape, making Yarra Yering's interpretation feel simultaneously traditional and wonderfully unconventional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFascinating Winemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two varieties aren't simply thrown into a fermenter together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey're handled differently to accentuate their individual personalities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePinot Noir is whole-berry fermented in small 600kg fermenters and gently hand-plunged\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eShiraz undergoes 100% whole-bunch fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e, remaining untouched for 10 days before being destemmed to complete fermentation as whole berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe components then spend \u003cstrong\u003enine months in used French oak barriques\u003c\/strong\u003e in Yarra Yering's underground cellar before blending and bottling. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's thoughtful winemaking designed to maximise perfume and texture rather than extraction or oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYarra Yering Pedigree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew wineries occupy a more important place in the history of the modern Yarra Valley than \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts wines have become benchmarks for the region, and the estate's range includes some of Australia's most collectible reds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight Dry Red shows a different side of Yarra Yering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than the power and longevity of Dry Red Wine No.1 or the intensity of Dry Red Wine No.2, this is about \u003cstrong\u003eimmediate fragrance, silkiness and pleasure\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYet it still carries the precision and attention to detail expected from this extraordinary estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an incredibly versatile food wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast duck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChargrilled salmon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePork belly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast chicken\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMushroom risotto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharcuterie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood-fired pizza\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeking duck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd because of its lighter body and vibrant fruit, don't be afraid to serve it \u003cstrong\u003eslightly chilled\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround \u003cstrong\u003e14–16°C\u003c\/strong\u003e would be fantastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYarra Yering specifically describes Light Dry Red as an \u003cstrong\u003eearly-drinking style\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to be fragrant and delicious in its youth, while still capable of evolving with suitable cellaring. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wine Front suggests:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrink 2026–2034+.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersonally, I'd struggle to leave this alone for very long. The combination of perfume, freshness and silky fruit is exactly what makes it so appealing right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of those wines that reminds you that \u003cstrong\u003egreat wine doesn't have to be big or powerful\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Yarra Yering Light Dry Red\u003c\/strong\u003e is all about perfume, texture and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou get the \u003cstrong\u003esilk, red fruit and exotic fragrance of Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e, combined with the \u003cstrong\u003epepper, spice and structure of cool-climate Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e. The whole-bunch component adds another savoury dimension, while used French oak ensures the fruit remains centre stage. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen look at the reviews:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94+ Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eRRP $85\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is a brilliant example of why Yarra Yering remains one of Australia's great estates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you're a Pinot Noir drinker who wants something with a little more structure—or a Shiraz drinker looking for something more perfumed, silky and elegant—the 2024 Yarra Yering Light Dry Red could be the perfect wine.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👉 \u003c\/strong\u003e96 Points. Yarra Yering. Pinot Noir + Shiraz. Fragrant, silky, spicy and made to drink now — this is dangerously good.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yarra Yering","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52418800386350,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/2024YarraYeringLightDryRed.webp?v=1786427406"},{"product_id":"yarra-yering-dry-red-no3-2024","title":"2024 Yarra Yering Dry Red Wine No. 3 | 96 Point Trophy Winning Yarra Valley Red","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🏆 TROPHY WINNER | 🥇 GOLD MEDAL | ⭐ 96+ POINTS HALLIDAY WINE COMPANION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of Australia's Most Unique Great Red Wines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry Red Wine No. 3 has evolved into a genuine Australian classic—a fragrant, exotic and beautifully structured blend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrophy – Best Other Red Blend, Yarra Valley Wine Show | 96+ Points – Halliday Wine Companion | 95 Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eYarra Valley, Victoria\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96+ Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRRP $68 a bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is nothing quite like \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering Dry Red Wine No. 3\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile much of the Yarra Valley built its reputation on Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet and Shiraz, Yarra Yering founder \u003cstrong\u003eDr Bailey Carrodus\u003c\/strong\u003e planted a collection of Portuguese varieties that would eventually create one of Australia's most distinctive red wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Dry Red Wine No. 3 has evolved into a genuine Australian classic—a fragrant, exotic and beautifully structured blend that combines the intensity of \u003cstrong\u003eTouriga Nacional\u003c\/strong\u003e with an extraordinary collection of traditional Portuguese varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2024 vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e is another outstanding release, with \u003cstrong\u003e95 points from Campbell Mattinson at The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003eTrophy and Gold Medal for Best Other Red Blend at the 2025 Yarra Valley Wine Show\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eRRP $68\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is a serious opportunity to experience one of Yarra Yering's great wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an incredibly aromatic red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect layers of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSatsuma plum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackberry and blueberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed summer berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLavender and wildflowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiquorice and aniseed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBay leaf and dried herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalsamic complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSavoury spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine, persistent tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfume alone tells you this isn't conventional Australian red wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's beautiful berry freshness before darker plum fruit builds through the palate. Liquorice and spice add complexity, while the Portuguese varieties provide floral lift, savoury depth and beautifully energetic acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is \u003cstrong\u003emedium-bodied, fragrant, spicy and incredibly detailed\u003c\/strong\u003e, finishing long, fresh and precise. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96+ Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the show results are equally impressive:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🏆 Trophy – Best Other Red Blend, 2025 Yarra Valley Wine Show\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🥇 Gold Medal – 2025 Yarra Valley Wine Show\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🥈 Silver Medal – 2025 Royal Queensland Wine Awards\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry Red No. 3 has become one of the benchmark alternative-variety reds in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSix Portuguese Varieties. One Extraordinary Wine.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where the \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Dry Red Wine No. 3\u003c\/strong\u003e becomes fascinating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blend is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e46% Touriga Nacional\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e23% Tinta Cão\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15% Tinta Roriz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7% Tinta Amarela\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5% Alvarelhão\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4% Sousão\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach variety brings something different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTouriga Nacional\u003c\/strong\u003e forms the backbone, delivering dark fruit, floral perfume, structure and liquorice spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTinta Cão\u003c\/strong\u003e brings fragrant blue fruits and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTinta Roriz\u003c\/strong\u003e adds savoury depth, while \u003cstrong\u003eTinta Amarela\u003c\/strong\u003e contributes floral and bay-leaf characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlvarelhão\u003c\/strong\u003e brings finesse, while \u003cstrong\u003eSousão\u003c\/strong\u003e provides acidity and additional drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether they create a wine unlike almost anything else produced in Australia. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Bailey Carrodus Legacy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry Red Wine No. 3 is part of the remarkable legacy of \u003cstrong\u003eDr Bailey Carrodus\u003c\/strong\u003e, who established Yarra Yering in \u003cstrong\u003e1969\u003c\/strong\u003e and became one of the pivotal figures in the rebirth of the modern Yarra Valley wine industry. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis decision to plant Portuguese varieties was remarkably adventurous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese varieties were originally associated with fortified wine production, but Dry Red Wine No. 3 ultimately demonstrated just how exciting they could be as a dry table wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, under winemaker \u003cstrong\u003eSarah Crowe\u003c\/strong\u003e, No. 3 has become one of the most distinctive wines in the entire Yarra Yering portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Proven Australian Classic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't simply an interesting alternative-variety blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry Red Wine No. 3 has become one of Australia's benchmark reds.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalliday Wine Companion named the \u003cstrong\u003e2021 Dry Red Wine No. 3 its top Other Red \u0026amp; Blend\u003c\/strong\u003e, awarding it \u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e and noting the wine's combination of red and black fruits, wildflowers, dried herbs and fine tannin structure. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 followed with another \u003cstrong\u003e97 points from Halliday\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the 2024 continues the remarkable run of form. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wine with a serious track record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrilliant with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChargrilled lamb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow-roasted beef\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuck breast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChorizo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortuguese-style pork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood-fired meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMushroom dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine's combination of fragrant fruit, spice, acidity and savoury tannin makes it an exceptional food wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is enormous appeal in drinking this young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe floral aromatics, vibrant berries and spice are captivating right now, but the wine's fine tannins and natural acidity also give it excellent cellaring potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrink now–2038+.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'd drink one now and put several bottles away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is exactly what makes \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering\u003c\/strong\u003e such an extraordinary producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey don't simply make great Cabernet and Shiraz. They make wines with genuine identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Dry Red Wine No. 3\u003c\/strong\u003e combines \u003cstrong\u003esix Portuguese grape varieties\u003c\/strong\u003e into a wine that's incredibly aromatic, complex and completely distinctive. Touriga Nacional brings perfume and power; Tinta Cão adds blue-fruited energy; Tinta Roriz and Tinta Amarela deliver savoury spice; and Alvarelhão and Sousão bring finesse and freshness. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen consider the pedigree:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96+ Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrophy – Best Other Red Blend, Yarra Valley Wine Show\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold Medal – Yarra Valley Wine Show\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eRRP $68\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Yarra Yering Dry Red Wine No. 3\u003c\/strong\u003e represents exceptional buying from one of Australia's great estates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you've never tried Dry Red No. 3 before, buy this. 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Halliday's assessment specifically notes its ability to age gracefully. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrink now–2035+.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'd happily drink a bottle now and put several more away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis might be one of the most underrated wines in the \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering portfolio\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink about what you're getting for \u003cstrong\u003e$68\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wine from one of Australia's great estates. \u003cstrong\u003e95 points from Halliday. Two major show trophies. 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Just $45\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor $45, that's a seriously compelling bottle of Yarra Valley Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eYarra Valley, Victoria\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRRP $45 a bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for one of the smartest Chardonnay buys in the \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e, put \u003cstrong\u003eWarramate\u003c\/strong\u003e firmly on your radar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2025 Warramate Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together a historic Yarra Valley vineyard, mature vines and the winemaking talents of \u003cstrong\u003eSarah Crowe\u003c\/strong\u003e, the celebrated winemaker behind neighbouring \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarramate was established in \u003cstrong\u003e1970\u003c\/strong\u003e at Gruyere and was purchased in 2011 by the partnership that owns adjoining Yarra Yering. Importantly, Warramate remains a separate label using its own established vineyards, with Sarah Crowe listed as winemaker. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen there's the score:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003e$45\u003c\/strong\u003e, that's a seriously compelling bottle of Yarra Valley Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a beautifully refined cool-climate Chardonnay showing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite peach and nectarine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh pear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLemon and grapefruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCitrus blossom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtle struck-match complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToasted hazelnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine French oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMineral freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is all about \u003cstrong\u003epurity, texture and freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's lovely concentration through the centre, but nothing feels heavy. Citrus and stone fruit are carried by bright acidity, with subtle oak and savoury complexity adding another dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish is long, clean and beautifully composed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is modern Yarra Valley Chardonnay at its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2025 Warramate Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e has received an outstanding:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's significant when you consider just how competitive Australian Chardonnay has become. Halliday describes Chardonnay as one of the strongest categories in Australian wine, with the \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Valley particularly strong\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd here you have a 95-point example for just \u003cstrong\u003e$45\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Historic Yarra Valley Vineyard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarramate isn't simply another Yarra Valley label buying fruit from wherever it can find it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard was established in \u003cstrong\u003e1970\u003c\/strong\u003e and today covers approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6.6 hectares\u003c\/strong\u003e, with Halliday highlighting its long-established site and mature vines. Chardonnay is listed as one of the estate's key varieties. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe location is particularly exciting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarramate sits at \u003cstrong\u003eGruyere\u003c\/strong\u003e, adjoining \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering\u003c\/strong\u003e, in one of the most historic and celebrated pockets of the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe previous 2024 Chardonnay showed the house style beautifully: lemon verbena, crisp pear, mineral-lemon freshness, subtle oak and texture from barrel fermentation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Sarah Crowe Connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where Warramate becomes especially interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSarah Crowe is the winemaker.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe's also the winemaker behind \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering\u003c\/strong\u003e, and was named \u003cstrong\u003eHalliday Wine Companion Winemaker of the Year in 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat gives Warramate an extraordinary proposition: wines from a historic Yarra Valley vineyard crafted by one of Australia's most respected winemakers, but at prices dramatically below many of the region's prestige labels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Chardonnay lovers, that's a combination worth paying attention to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled kingfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast chicken\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLobster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeared scallops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalmon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrab pasta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMushroom risotto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOr simply drink it on its own with a good glass and watch it evolve as it warms slightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2025 Warramate Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e should be beautiful young, when its citrus, stone fruit and freshness are at their most vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut there's enough concentration, acidity and structure to reward medium-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrink now–2033+.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it a little time in the glass if drinking young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe value here is difficult to ignore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have a \u003cstrong\u003ehistoric Yarra Valley vineyard established in 1970\u003c\/strong\u003e, adjoining Yarra Yering, with the wine made by \u003cstrong\u003eSarah Crowe\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen you have:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRRP $45\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's a combination that makes the \u003cstrong\u003e2025 Warramate Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e one of the most compelling Chardonnay buys in this price bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's everything we want from modern Yarra Valley Chardonnay: \u003cstrong\u003estone fruit, citrus, subtle oak, texture, minerality and beautiful natural freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e$45\u003c\/strong\u003e, this seriously over-delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you love premium Yarra Valley Chardonnay but don't want to spend $70, $80 or $100 a bottle, buy this.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👉 \u003c\/strong\u003e95 Halliday + Yarra Valley + Yarra Yering pedigree. If you're looking for premium cool-climate Chardonnay without the premium price tag, the 2025 Warramate Chardonnay is an exceptional buy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Warramate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52418862350638,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/2024WarramateChardonnay.webp?v=1786428630"},{"product_id":"warramate-pinot-noir-2025","title":"2025 Warramate Pinot Noir | 93 Point Yarra Valley Pinot Noir","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ 93 POINTS THE WINE FRONT | YARRA VALLEY PINOT NOIR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering Pedigree for $45\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ethe winemaking is in the hands of Sarah Crowe, one of Australia's most celebrated winemakers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eYarra Valley, Victoria\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRRP $45 a bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is exactly the sort of Pinot Noir that makes \u003cstrong\u003eWarramate one of the Yarra Valley's best-kept secrets\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarramate was established in \u003cstrong\u003e1970\u003c\/strong\u003e at Gruyere and today sits under the same ownership as its adjoining neighbour, the legendary \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Warramate vineyards and label remain separate, but the winemaking is in the hands of \u003cstrong\u003eSarah Crowe\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Australia's most celebrated winemakers. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes the \u003cstrong\u003e2025 Warramate Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e particularly compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou're getting a historic Yarra Valley vineyard, the winemaking expertise behind Yarra Yering and a \u003cstrong\u003e93-point review from The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e—all for \u003cstrong\u003e$45\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Wine Front lists the 2025 at 13% alcohol with a drinking window through 2031+. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect an elegant, perfumed Yarra Valley Pinot Noir showing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed cherry and cranberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWild strawberry and raspberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePomegranate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRose petals and subtle florals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDried herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForest floor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSavoury spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine, silky tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Pinot Noir about \u003cstrong\u003efinesse rather than weight\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is bright and energetic, with red berries and florals leading into savoury spice and subtle earthy complexity. Fine tannins provide shape and texture while fresh acidity keeps everything vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's elegant, beautifully balanced and incredibly easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e93 Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new \u003cstrong\u003e2025 Warramate Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e was reviewed by \u003cstrong\u003eCampbell Mattinson for The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e in July 2026, with the wine listed at \u003cstrong\u003e13% alcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e and a recommended drinking window of \u003cstrong\u003e2026–2031+\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a Pinot Noir with an \u003cstrong\u003eRRP of only $45\u003c\/strong\u003e, there's serious pedigree here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Historic Yarra Valley Vineyard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarramate isn't a newly established label built around purchased fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard was established in \u003cstrong\u003e1970\u003c\/strong\u003e and today covers approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6.6 hectares\u003c\/strong\u003e. Halliday Wine Companion notes the site's mature vines and lists \u003cstrong\u003ePinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e among its specialities. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts location is extraordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarramate sits in the historic \u003cstrong\u003eGruyere\u003c\/strong\u003e pocket of the Yarra Valley, with \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering adjoining the property\u003c\/strong\u003e. Nearby are some of the names that helped establish the modern reputation of the Yarra Valley, including Yeringberg and Mount Mary. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is serious wine country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade by Sarah Crowe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where the value proposition becomes even more interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSarah Crowe is the winemaker at Warramate.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe's also the winemaker responsible for the extraordinary modern era at \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Australia's most prestigious wineries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe previous \u003cstrong\u003e2023 Warramate Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e was likewise made by Crowe, confirming the connection between the Warramate vineyard and the Yarra Yering winemaking team. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Pinot lovers, that makes Warramate a very smart place to look for value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast duck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChargrilled salmon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMushroom risotto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast chicken\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePork belly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuck rillettes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTruffle pasta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's elegant enough for a serious dinner but approachable enough to open whenever you simply feel like drinking a great bottle of Pinot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's plenty of vibrant fruit and perfume to enjoy immediately, but the structure should allow it to develop nicely over the medium term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wine Front gives a drinking window of \u003cstrong\u003e2026–2031+\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'd happily drink it young for its freshness and aromatic lift or put a few bottles away to allow the savoury complexity to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is another reason \u003cstrong\u003eWarramate deserves far more attention\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have a vineyard established in \u003cstrong\u003e1970\u003c\/strong\u003e, sitting alongside \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a wine made by \u003cstrong\u003eSarah Crowe\u003c\/strong\u003e—yet the RRP is only \u003cstrong\u003e$45\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen add:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points – The Wine Front.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2025 Warramate Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e isn't trying to overwhelm you with extraction or oak. It's about \u003cstrong\u003eperfume, red fruit, freshness, fine tannins and effortless Yarra Valley elegance\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e$45\u003c\/strong\u003e, that's an extremely compelling package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you love Yarra Valley Pinot Noir and want to find wines that deliver serious pedigree without the $80–$100 price tag, Warramate should absolutely be on your radar.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👉 \u003c\/strong\u003e93 Points from The Wine Front and outstanding Yarra Valley pedigree — the 2025 Warramate Pinot Noir is a brilliant choice for Pinot lovers looking for quality without the premium price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Warramate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52419042148654,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/2024WarramatePinotNoir_fb4b2534-41c8-4da9-acfe-c8d221a21464.webp?v=1786429267"},{"product_id":"warramate-syrah-2024","title":"2024 Warramate Syrah | 95 Point Yarra Valley Shiraz","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🏆 95 POINTS HALLIDAY | MADE BY THE TEAM BEHIND YARRA YERING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by One of Australia's Greatest Winemakers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe story behind the bottle makes the price look even more impressive.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eYarra Valley, Victoria\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRRP $45 a bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of those wines where the story behind the bottle makes the price look even more impressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarramate sits alongside Yarra Yering in Gruyere\u003c\/strong\u003e, in one of the Yarra Valley's most distinguished viticultural neighbourhoods. Established in 1970, the vineyard has mature vines and has been under the same ownership as Yarra Yering since 2011, while remaining a separate label. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost importantly, the wines are made by \u003cstrong\u003eSarah Crowe\u003c\/strong\u003e, the celebrated winemaker behind Yarra Yering and a former \u003cstrong\u003eHalliday Winemaker of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo when you see a \u003cstrong\u003e95-point Yarra Valley Syrah for $45\u003c\/strong\u003e carrying this pedigree, you should pay attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a beautifully aromatic, cool-climate Syrah showing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackberry and blueberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack cherry and red plum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViolets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDried herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOlive and savoury spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtle earthiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine, beautifully structured tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't about massive fruit or alcohol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's about \u003cstrong\u003eperfume, spice, savoury complexity and texture\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium-bodied and energetic, the fruit has excellent depth while retaining that wonderful Yarra Valley freshness. Fine tannins give the wine structure without heaviness, while pepper, herbs and savoury complexity linger across a long, beautifully composed finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Warramate Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e received an outstanding:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's particularly impressive considering the \u003cstrong\u003eRRP is only $45\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalliday has long highlighted Syrah as one of Warramate's strengths, noting that the variety provides further evidence of just how well suited it is to the Yarra Valley. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Vineyard with Serious Pedigree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarramate was established in \u003cstrong\u003e1970\u003c\/strong\u003e and occupies a superb site at \u003cstrong\u003eGruyere\u003c\/strong\u003e in the Yarra Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts neighbours tell you almost everything you need to know about the quality of this part of the valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarramate shares its immediate viticultural neighbourhood with \u003cstrong\u003eYarra Yering\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the historic vineyards of Yeringberg and Mount Mary are also part of this remarkable pocket of the Yarra. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard itself is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6.6 hectares\u003c\/strong\u003e, with some vines now around half a century old. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat combination of mature vines, exceptional location and Sarah Crowe's winemaking makes Warramate one of the Yarra Valley's most interesting under-the-radar producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Sarah Crowe Connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is probably the biggest selling point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSarah Crowe is the winemaker for both Yarra Yering and Warramate.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe was named \u003cstrong\u003eHalliday Wine Companion Winemaker of the Year in 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e, and her work at Yarra Yering has established her among Australia's most respected winemakers. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat means Warramate gives you an opportunity to experience wines from the same winemaking talent at a dramatically more accessible price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's one reason Warramate has developed something of a cult following among serious Australian wine drinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChargrilled lamb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuck breast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeef short ribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteak frites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast pork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWild mushroom dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood-fired pizza\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature hard cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's plenty to enjoy immediately, particularly if you love the floral, peppery character of youthful cool-climate Syrah.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the combination of fruit concentration, freshness and fine tannins should also reward medium-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrink 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Halliday's Top 100 assessment described it as arguably the \u003cstrong\u003ebest-value Australian sparkling\u003c\/strong\u003e in its group. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eRRP $49\u003c\/strong\u003e, that's a huge endorsement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect an elegant, beautifully aromatic sparkling rosé showing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWild strawberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaspberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRose petals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCitrus blossom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh pastry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrioche\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine mineral notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is delicate and beautifully poised, with vibrant red berry fruit carried by fine acidity and a \u003cstrong\u003esoft, silky mousse\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's enough richness and lees-derived complexity to make it seriously interesting, but the overriding impression is one of \u003cstrong\u003efreshness, precision and effortless drinkability\u003c\/strong\u003e. The finish is long, mineral and wonderfully refreshing. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e95 Points \u0026amp; Halliday Top 100\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't simply a good-value sparkling wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has established a serious critical pedigree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHalliday Top 100 Wines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalliday highlighted the wine's focus, intensity, bright fruit and terrific length, ultimately calling it arguably the best-value Australian sparkling among the wines reviewed. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's extraordinary praise for a sparkling wine around the \u003cstrong\u003e$50 mark\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade the Traditional Way\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a simple sparkling rosé.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDominique Portet produces it using the \u003cstrong\u003etraditional method\u003c\/strong\u003e—the same fundamental process used to produce Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current release is made from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e55% Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e45% Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is hand-picked before secondary fermentation takes place in bottle. The wine then spends a \u003cstrong\u003eminimum of 24 months resting on lees\u003c\/strong\u003e in Dominique Portet's cool cellars, building texture and complexity before disgorgement. Dosage is kept to just \u003cstrong\u003e5g\/L\u003c\/strong\u003e, maintaining freshness and precision. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat extended lees ageing explains the beautiful combination of fresh berries, citrus and florals with subtle pastry and brioche complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUpper Yarra Valley Fruit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes from the \u003cstrong\u003eUpper Yarra Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e, where altitude and cool nights allow Pinot Noir and Chardonnay to ripen slowly while retaining excellent natural acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current Brut Rosé comes from vines grown at approximately \u003cstrong\u003e250 metres elevation\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the cool conditions helping preserve the freshness and finesse essential for premium sparkling wine. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven more interesting is the use of \u003cstrong\u003ereserve wine\u003c\/strong\u003e. The current NV blend is anchored by the 2023 vintage but incorporates \u003cstrong\u003e15% reserve wines reaching back to 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding another layer of maturity and complexity. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrilliant with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh oysters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoked salmon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKingfish sashimi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrawns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLobster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharcuterie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh strawberries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOr simply open it as an aperitif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is exactly the sort of bottle that disappears remarkably quickly once it's opened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are plenty of Australian sparkling wines around $50.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery few deliver this level of sophistication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDominique Portet Brut Rosé NV\u003c\/strong\u003e combines \u003cstrong\u003eUpper Yarra fruit, traditional-method production, extended lees ageing and reserve wines going back a decade\u003c\/strong\u003e, all wrapped into a beautifully elegant and incredibly drinkable sparkling rosé. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen you have the critical pedigree: \u003cstrong\u003e95 points from Halliday Wine Companion and a place in Halliday's Top 100\u003c\/strong\u003e, with Halliday describing it as arguably the best-value Australian sparkling among its peers. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eRRP $49\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is exceptional buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you love Champagne but don't always want to pay Champagne prices, this is exactly the sort of Australian sparkling you should be drinking.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a party, celebration or simply a bottle to have permanently chilled in the fridge, \u003cstrong\u003eDominique Portet Brut Rosé NV is one to buy by the six-pack.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 If you love Champagne but want to discover just how good Australian sparkling has become, start here. 95 Halliday and extraordinary value for traditional-method sparkling of this quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dominique Portet","offers":[{"title":"Default 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bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery now and then you find a wine that makes you wonder how it can possibly sell for the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Dominique Portet Fontaine Cabernets\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of those wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom one of the Yarra Valley's benchmark producers of Bordeaux varieties, this is a beautifully perfumed, medium-bodied and silky Cabernet blend that delivers serious sophistication without the serious price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd \u003cstrong\u003e95 points from Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e at this price is only the beginning of the story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine is sourced from Dominique Portet's \u003cstrong\u003eGruyere and Coldstream vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e, two sites particularly well suited to Cabernet-family varieties. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a wonderfully aromatic wine showing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackcurrant and cassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViolets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed and black berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCedar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtle tobacco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDried herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine savoury spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's lovely concentration, but this isn't a big, heavy Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead, it's \u003cstrong\u003emedium-bodied, fresh and beautifully energetic\u003c\/strong\u003e, with Cabernet providing structure, Merlot bringing softness, Malbec adding energy and Cabernet Franc contributing aromatic freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tannins are silky and refined, carrying the fruit through a long, vibrant finish. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalliday reviewer \u003cstrong\u003ePhilip Rich\u003c\/strong\u003e rated the 2024 Fontaine \u003cstrong\u003e95 points.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost tellingly, he regarded it as \u003cstrong\u003eone of the Yarra Valley's best buys\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eRRP $33\u003c\/strong\u003e, it's very easy to understand why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Than Just Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne important detail for your Shopify listing: Dominique Portet actually labels the wine \u003cstrong\u003eFontaine Cabernets\u003c\/strong\u003e, rather than simply Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 blend is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e29% Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6% Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a clever blend. Cabernet Sauvignon provides the backbone and blackcurrant character, Merlot rounds out the palate, Malbec adds colour and energy, while Cabernet Franc contributes fragrance and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine was matured for a year in French oak, with the Halliday review noting \u003cstrong\u003e15% new French oak\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTrophy-Winning Pedigree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's another excellent selling point here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Fontaine Cabernets won Best Red Wine in Show at the 2025 Yarra Valley Wine Show\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo you're looking at a wine carrying:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Red Wine in Show – 2025 Yarra Valley Wine Show\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a wine with an RRP of just \u003cstrong\u003e$33\u003c\/strong\u003e, that's exceptional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe 2024 Yarra Valley Vintage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 season started cool and progressed through a mild, even summer. This allowed the Cabernet varieties to ripen gradually, developing bright aromatics, natural freshness and fine tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat slow ripening is evident in the finished wine: there's plenty of flavour, but also excellent freshness and definition. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast lamb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteak frites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeef burgers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChargrilled steak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast chicken\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMushroom dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's polished enough for a serious dinner but approachable enough to become a brilliant midweek red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is deliberately made to be enjoyable young rather than requiring years in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink now for its vibrant blackcurrant fruit and floral perfume, or cellar comfortably through \u003cstrong\u003e2030–2032\u003c\/strong\u003e as the fruit develops more savoury complexity. Halliday's review gives a drinking horizon to 2032. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis might be \u003cstrong\u003eone of the best-value Cabernet blends in the Yarra Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have a highly respected producer, excellent vineyards in \u003cstrong\u003eColdstream and Gruyere\u003c\/strong\u003e, classic Bordeaux varieties, thoughtful French oak maturation and a wine that has already received \u003cstrong\u003e95 points from Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e and won \u003cstrong\u003eBest Red Wine in Show at the 2025 Yarra Valley Wine Show\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut what makes it particularly compelling is the style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's not big. It's not overripe. It's not buried under oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's \u003cstrong\u003eperfumed, juicy, silky and beautifully fresh\u003c\/strong\u003e, with blackcurrant, violets and cedar wrapped around fine Cabernet tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eRRP $33\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003e2024 Dominique Portet Fontaine Cabernets\u003c\/strong\u003e seriously over-delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you're looking for a sophisticated Yarra Valley red that drinks like a considerably more expensive wine, this is one to buy by the dozen.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dominique Portet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52419372810542,"sku":null,"price":33.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5010\/5134\/files\/2024DominiquePortetFontaineCabernets.webp?v=1786429900"},{"product_id":"dominique-portet-reserve-de-famille-cabernet-sauvignon-2021","title":"2021 Dominique Portet Réserve de Famille | 97 Point Yarra Valley Cabernet","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🏆 97 Halliday | 96 Wine Front | Dominique Portet's Flagship Cabernet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBordeaux Pedigree Meets the Yarra Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a seriously impressive Cabernet.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – The R Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYarra Valley, Victoria\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$80 a bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBordeaux Pedigree Meets the Yarra Valley\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a seriously impressive Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2021 Dominique Portet Réserve de Famille\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together generations of Bordeaux winemaking heritage with one of Australia's greatest regions for cool-climate Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDominique Portet comes from a remarkable French winemaking lineage, and today his son \u003cstrong\u003eBen Portet\u003c\/strong\u003e, a tenth-generation winemaker, heads the family's Yarra Valley operation. The estate was established in Coldstream in 2000 and has become particularly respected for elegant, restrained wines that reflect both its French heritage and Yarra Valley terroir. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRéserve de Famille\u003c\/strong\u003e sits at the top end of that story. The 2021 was a new flagship cuvée and immediately announced itself with \u003cstrong\u003e97 points from Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e96 points from The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a beautifully sophisticated Cabernet blend showing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCassis and blackcurrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackberry and mulberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViolets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraphite and pencil shavings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCedar and fine French oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet tobacco and subtle spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine, persistent tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't a huge, heavy Australian Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is \u003cstrong\u003emedium-bodied, refined and beautifully structured\u003c\/strong\u003e, with concentrated fruit wrapped around incredibly fine tannins. The graphite and floral characters give it a distinctly Bordeaux-like personality, while the purity of fruit and freshness unmistakably speak of the Yarra Valley. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points – Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – The R Review\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Flagship Cabernet Blend\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne important point for the Shopify listing: despite sometimes being referred to simply as Cabernet Sauvignon, the \u003cstrong\u003e2021 Réserve de Famille is actually a Cabernet-dominant Bordeaux blend\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e65% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e19% Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11% Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5% Petit Verdot\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes entirely from the Portet family's \u003cstrong\u003eColdstream estate vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the soils particularly suited to Cabernet and other Bordeaux varieties. Each parcel was hand-picked and carefully sorted before being fermented separately in large oak vats. The finished blend matured for \u003cstrong\u003e14 months in French oak, 35% new\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis approach is all about restraint. The oak supports rather than dominates, allowing perfume, fruit purity and fine tannin structure to remain at the centre of the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Outstanding 2021 Vintage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2021 Yarra Valley vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e was particularly well suited to Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe growing season was cool and even, without significant heat spikes, while well-timed rainfall and a long ripening period allowed Cabernet to develop flavour slowly while maintaining freshness. Dominique Portet describes it as an idyllic season for producing refined, ageworthy Cabernet blends. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's exactly what you find here—concentration without heaviness and structure without hardness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeef Wellington\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast lamb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry-aged rib-eye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeef short ribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVenison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuck breast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWild mushroom dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature hard cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is absolutely a wine for the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of concentrated Cabernet fruit, vibrant acidity and exceptionally fine tannins should allow the \u003cstrong\u003e2021 Réserve de Famille\u003c\/strong\u003e to develop beautifully over the next \u003cstrong\u003e15–20 years\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrink now with a good decant or cellar through 2037+.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Wine Front lists a drinking window extending to \u003cstrong\u003e2037+\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is exactly the kind of Australian Cabernet that deserves far more attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have a family with \u003cstrong\u003eten generations of winemaking history\u003c\/strong\u003e, deep Bordeaux roots, an estate vineyard in one of Australia's great Cabernet regions and an exceptional cool 2021 vintage. Then you have the reviews: \u003cstrong\u003e97 Halliday, 96 Wine Front and 96 The Real Review\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost importantly, the wine delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's not trying to overwhelm you with fruit or oak. 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