Yalumba
Yalumba Antique Tawny
Red fortified wine
4.0
Expert Rating
4.2
Highly Reviewed
Non-vintage
WINE DESCRIPTION
Derived from their premier tawny reserves, the velvety fortified wine undergoes meticulous aging in historic cellars. Each year, a fraction evaporates, resulting in a rich, concentrated blend with nutty nuances. Fermentation halts with the addition of premium brandy spirit. Maturation occurs in carefully chosen small oak barrels, enhancing classic tawny traits. After years of aging, a blend of older and younger wines is expertly crafted, resulting in a complex, well-balanced expression of fruit and aged characteristics. This exquisite blend reflects the culmination of time, tradition, and a dedication to quality by the vintners.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
With an amber tawny hue and a touch of olive green, this wine exudes aromas of luscious toffee, sweet figs, chocolate, caramel, and licorice spices, complemented by a refined brandy spirit and nuanced nutty wood complexity.The palate is indulgent, featuring caramel crème brûlée with delicate spirit notes and enduring hints of dried fruits and nuts. The texture is sweet and velvety, enhanced by wood maturation and brandy spirit, leading to a firm, drying finish. Exceptional as a dessert wine, it pairs beautifully with stilton or hard cheddar, baked figs, pistachio ice cream, or ginger-flavored pudding. Serve chilled and refrigerate after opening for lasting freshness.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
Profile
Sweetness:
Semi-sweet
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Very high
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Firm
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Yalumba
Region: South Australia
South Australia is located in the southern part of the continent, emcompassing most of the countrie's renowned wine regions.
South Australia has a long and proud history of winemaking, dating back to the early 19th century. The first vines were planted in the Barossa Valley in 1842, and the region quickly became known for its quality wines. The Coonawarra region was established in the late 19th century, and is now renowned for its Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. The Clare Valley and McLaren Vale regions were also established in the 19th century, and are now known for their Riesling and Shiraz respectively.CUSTOMER RATING
4.2
0 Review
This wine pairs well with...
