Yalumba - The Y Series Viognier | Australian White Wine

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 flavour 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.

The vine cuttings depicted on the label are the beginnings of a new vineyard, planted after careful sorting, grafting and bundling in our state-of-the-art Yalumba Nursery.

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 flavours and aromas of white flowers and apricot fruit, balanced by freshness and zest.

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 flavor, complexity and richness. After fermentation the wine remained on lees for three months, adding creaminess and palate richness.