Yalumba Y Series Viognier

Yalumba Y Series Viognier

Wine Description

Yalumba is Australia’s most historic family-owned winery. The Y Series collection combines authentic Australian winemaking practices with a vibrant approach inspired by modern flavors. While simple and contemporary at first sight, the bright labels show subtle layers when considered closely. Each varietal features a unique illustration symbolizing the relationship between the wine and nature.

The Yalumba Y Series Viognier is a great introduction to a relatively new varietal in Australia with which we’ve had extensive experience in growing and making. It showcases all the unique characters of Viognier, yet it’s not overpowering in its flavor profile. Wild yeast fermentation and Yalumba’s extensive experience in Viognier make this a truly special wine that comes from both cool and warm climate vineyards in South Australia.

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Winemaker, Louisa Rose
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Acclaim
“Plump, with marmalade, dried mango and tangerine flavors, plus a touch of honeysuckle that lingers on the juicy finish. Gains spicy nuances and a dash of salted almond skin as this unfolds.”– (Best Values)
— Wine Spectator Advance, Dec 2022
“Despite being Yalumba's entry-level Viognier, this is one of its most delicious white offerings. Highly aromatic, it wafts a perfume of honeysuckle, orchard blossom and fuzzy peach skin. The palate is more viscous than the nose implies, but there's enough acidity to keep it fresh. Peach and lemon flavors linger on the finish. Drink with Thai curry or a similarly bold Southeast Asian dish.”– Best Buy
— Wine Enthusiast, Oct 2022
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Vineyard & Production Info
Production area/appellation:
South Australia
Vineyard name
Multiple Vineyards
Soil composition
Various - blend of South Australian Vineyards
Elevation:
150 to 1500 feet
Certifying Organizations:
ISO14001; Entwine Australia
Sustainability Certification:
EPA Acredited Sustainability Licence
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Winemaking & Aging
Prefermentation Technique:
1-4 days on solids before wild yeast start to ferment
Varietal composition:
100% Viognier
Fermentation container:
Stainless steel tanks
Malolactic fermentation:
no
Fining agent:
Vegan
Type of aging container:
Stainless steel tanks
Total SO2
79
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Analytical Data
pH level:
3.36
Acidity:
5.34 g/L
Alcohol:
13.5 %
Total SO2
79
Residual sugar:
1.2 g/L
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Wine Production

After harvest the Viognier grapes are gently pressed and the juices handled with controlled oxidation. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks utilising the naturally occurring indigenous vineyard yeasts. The indigenous yeasts create layers of flavor, complexity and richness. After fermentation the wine remains on lees for three months, adding creaminess and palate richness. 

All Y Series wines are made with wild fermentation and the winemakers take a minimalistic approach with human intervention. The resulting wines are natural, vegan, gluten free and met by complex flavors that represent Yalumba's rich history of winemaking.

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About the Vineyard

Yalumba has pioneered the growing and making of Viognier in Australia. In 1980, the first commercial vines were planted in the Eden Valley and since then we have had nearly 40 years of viticultural and winemaking experience working with this alluring variety. Sourced from a number of grape growing regions, the criteria for grapes to go into this wine is that they show the classic Viognier flavors and aromas of white flowers and apricot fruit, balanced by freshness and zest.