Y Series
Unwooded Chardonnay
Y Series
Unwooded Chardonnay
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.
Wine Production
Pressed straight to fermentation, the juice is managed using a “hands off” approach. Indigenous yeasts initiate and complete fermentation, and once finished the wine is left on lees, with the lees kept in suspension to build complexity. The wine is left to ferment in stainless steel tanks that preserve Chardonnay's fresh fruit characteristics.
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.
Tasting Notes
Pale straw in color with green hues. Aromas of fresh tropical fruits and spring blossom. The palate is long and creamy, with flavors reminiscent of grapefruit and barbecued green mango. There is spicy lemon myrtle and a savory edge with flinty notes from the wild fermention. A refreshing, lip-smacking acidity gives this wine lovely length with a savory, textural finish.
Food Pairing
Pan-fried haloumi with lemon and parsley, or chickpea, zucchini and carrot fritters with a green mango salsa.
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.
Wine Production
Pressed straight to fermentation, the juice is managed using a “hands off” approach. Indigenous yeasts initiate and complete fermentation, and once finished the wine is left on lees, with the lees kept in suspension to build complexity. The wine is left to ferment in stainless steel tanks that preserve Chardonnay's fresh fruit characteristics.
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.
Tasting Notes
Pale straw in color with green hues. Aromas of fresh tropical fruits and spring blossom. The palate is long and creamy, with flavors reminiscent of grapefruit and barbecued green mango. There is spicy lemon myrtle and a savory edge with flinty notes from the wild fermention. A refreshing, lip-smacking acidity gives this wine lovely length with a savory, textural finish.
Food Pairing
Pan-fried haloumi with lemon and parsley, or chickpea, zucchini and carrot fritters with a green mango salsa.
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Vineyard & Production Info
Winemaking & Aging
Analytical Data
About the Vineyard
The Y Series Unwooded Chardonnay grapes are picked across the flavor spectrum, from lively citrus flavors such as lemons and limes to peach and tropical fruits. We pick in this way to ensure that when blended, the wine is balanced with flavor and natural acidity.
