Yarra Yering Amphora Shiraz Cabernet 2024 is a masterful blend from one of the Yarra Valley’s oldest vineyards, established in 1969. This distinctive wine combines 60% Shiraz and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from the renowned Waterloo and Homestead blocks, showcasing the unique terroir of Victoria, Australia.
On the nose, it offers a highly aromatic bouquet rich with primary berries and plums, intertwined with delicate floral notes. The palate begins with juicy, fruit-forward flavors before evolving into a complex, savory profile. The tannins reveal an intriguing iodine and earthen rustic character, culminating in a dry, savory finish that lingers seamlessly within the fruit expression.
This wine’s exceptional quality is rooted in its meticulous winemaking process. Hand-harvested grapes are carefully berry sorted and gravity filled into two 500L Spanish clay amphorae. The gentle hand plunging twice daily allows for subtle extraction of whole berries, followed by an extended two-month maceration on skins. The wine then matures for 12 months in these amphorae, where slow micro-oxygenation softens tannins while preserving fruit purity and expressing the region’s distinctiveness.
Key highlights include:
- Crafted using traditional amphora techniques, emphasizing natural winemaking and terroir-driven character
- Elegant balance of Shiraz’s rich fruit and Cabernet Sauvignon’s structure
- Ideal for cellaring up to 5 years, offering evolving complexity over time
The Yarra Valley is celebrated for its cool climate and diverse soils, perfect for producing layered and refined red blends. This 2024 vintage continues Yarra Yering’s legacy of innovation and quality, delivering a wine that is both expressive and sophisticated.
Experience the Yarra Yering Amphora Shiraz Cabernet 2024 as a compelling addition to any premium collection, perfect for moments that call for a wine with depth, elegance, and a true sense of place.
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