Y Series Unwooded Chardonnay

Australia, South Australia, Barossa Valley
Bottle
Identity
Producer Yalumba
Year 2023
Vol 0.75
Classification Wine of Origin
Grapes 100% Chardonnay
Color White
Sweetness Dry
Tasting
Color Desc Pale straw with green hues
Aroma Blossoms, flint, ripe peaches, honeysuckle, tropical fruits such as paw paw, pineapple, white pepper, loquat, sweet spice
Palate Fine and creamy palate with nuttiness from bâtonnage, fresh fruit purity with zingy citrus notes of lime and lemon, medium bodied, chalky texture, balanced acidity, long and creamy finish
Finish Savory, textural finish with refreshing acidity and length
Food Pairing Vitello tonnato, grilled poultry, veal chops with braised vegetables, grilled salmon with creamy risotto, medium-bodied cheese
Serving Temp 10-12°C
Aging Potential 2-3 years
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
ABV % 13.0
Aging Process No oak influence, wild yeast fermentation, bâtonnage for nuttiness and creaminess
Fermentation Fermentation by natural or wild yeast, no oak aging, minimal intervention
Interesting facts
Yalumba is Australia's oldest family-owned winery, established in 1849, known for sustainable and vegan wines. The Y Series salutes their proud history and features minimal intervention winemaking.