Yalumba 'Y' Series Viognier 2018 (Australia)

Description

"Wonderfully perfumed and inviting, the wine shows apricot, mandarin, jasmine and subtle spice aromas on the nose, leading to a succulent palate that is plump and fleshy. It is bright and lively with delectable fruit flavours, finishing juicy and lingering. At its best: now to 2021" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Oct 2018

"Brilliant straw-yellow colour with pale lemon-gold hues, a little lighter on the rim. The nose is elegant with good depth and penetrating intensity of ripe citrus fruit with floral blossom and lemon zest, along with subtle notes of exotic florals and a hint of spice. Dry to taste and medium-full bodied, the palate has very good depth and intensity with a taut and concentrated line of bright exotic citrus fruit and flora blossom, showing excellent clarity and purity. The fruit has suggestions of richness and unctuousness and is underlined by some alcoholic drive. The acidity is fresh and integrated and the wine carries smoothly along a fine phenolic line leading to a lingering, nuanced finish. This is a deep and intense dry Viognier with clarity and purity of citrus and lifted floral blossom driven by some underlying alcoholic power. Serve with Thai, Vietnamese and Japanese fare over the next 2-3 years. South Australia fruit indigenous yeast fermented in stainless-steel to 13.5% alc. and 2.3 g/L RS, the wine aged 3 months on lees" Raymond Chan, Oct 2018

Cornsilk yellow in colour with green hues. Aromas of white flowers and honeysuckle dominate the nose, with ginger and five spice to finish. The white flowers and ginger lead into a creamy mid palate with a silky textural finish. The wild fermentation and lees aging give the wine an extra level of complexity on the palate.

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

Yalumba's belief is that one good wine leads to another, which the Y Series was created with that in mind. This series represents a collection of iconic classics and exciting new varietals. Each authentically crafted with fruit from South Australia's most celebrated wine regions.

Food Pairing: Drinks perfectly with harissa chicken or crispy rice pancakes with potato and chickpeas.