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99
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96
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96
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Tasting Notes
Yarra Yering Dry Red No 2 2015 is a masterful blend dominated by 96% Shiraz, complemented by 2% Marsanne, 1.5% Mataro, and 0.5% Viognier. This wine exemplifies the pinnacle of cool-climate viticulture from the renowned Yarra Valley, where Yarra Yering has been a pioneer since the late 1960s.
The 2015 vintage benefited from a cool, extended growing season, allowing for slow, even ripening that enhanced the wine’s depth and aromatic complexity. Crafted with meticulous care, fermentation took place in small batches using wild yeasts, preserving elegance and purity. The wine was aged in a combination of new and seasoned French oak barrels, imparting subtle spice and oak nuances while maintaining a refined texture.
Aromas of blackberry, dark plum, and violet intertwine seamlessly with layers of spice, leather, and gentle oak. On the palate, this wine offers a richly textured experience balanced by fine tannins and lively acidity, culminating in a long, layered finish that speaks to both power and finesse.
Yarra Yering’s commitment to sustainable vineyard management, low yields, and hand harvesting ensures exceptional fruit quality, making Dry Red No 2 2015 a compelling expression of the estate’s dedication to craftsmanship and terroir.
Key Highlights:
- Predominantly Shiraz blend with nuanced varietal complexity
- Cool-climate Yarra Valley vintage with slow ripening for depth
- Wild yeast fermentation and French oak maturation for elegance
- Rich aromas and balanced palate with fine tannins and vibrant acidity
This wine is an ideal choice for those seeking a sophisticated, layered red that reflects both the unique character of the Yarra Valley and the artistry of one of Australia’s most respected wineries.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Classification: Red
Variety: Shiraz Blend
Vintage: 2015
Bottle Size: 750ml (Bottle)
Country: Australia
Region: Victoria, Yarra Valley
Alcohol %: 13.5%
Cellaring: 15 Plus Years
Scores
99 / 100"A brilliant crimson red. In fact, a brilliant Dry Red Wine No. 2. There’s a little reduction when first poured but it doesn’t take long for this to reveal a complex amalgam of red and black fruits, iodine, graphite and melted, dark licorice. Fleshier and more refined and seductive than last year’s version. Incredibly svelte tannins. Supremely balanced. I reckon Yarra Yering’s founder, Dr Bailey Carrodus, would be chuffed with this."
- Phillip Rich
96 / 100
"Yarra Yerring originally kept things simple, with two reds. One built on the foundation of Bordeaux grape varieties while the other, the No. 2, on the more aromatic supports of those from the Rhone. Dr. Bailey Carrodus, Yarra Yering's charming and highly idiosyncratic founder, prided himself and his wines on their longevity and savoury, European aura. And rightly so. The tradition lives on, manifest in this medium-bodied, graceful expression of 95% shiraz, complemented by dashes of viognier, mataro and marsanne. A bright vermilion robe invites one into a kaleidoscope of violet, baking spice, black cherry and blue fruits of every description. Anise, iodine and vanillin oak sashay effortlessly with diaphanous grape tannins and a flow of natural acidity. Drink by 2038."
- Ned Goodwin MW
96 / 100
"With something of the bloodiness of a top Argentinian malbec, this firmish and deeply flavoured blend has a spicy bouquet of fresh red, blue and black berries, white pepper and licorice tightly knit with restrained cedary oak. Its marginally sour-edged fruit drives down the palate with polish and some firmness, finishing with artful balance and elegance."
- Jeremy Oliver
