Yalumba
Yalumba Y Series Unwooded Chardonnay
White wine
3.8
Expert Rating
3.7
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Yalumba Y Series Unwooded Chardonnay is a refreshing and vibrant white wine produced by Yalumba, one of Australia's oldest family-owned wineries. The grapes are sourced from select vineyards in South Australia's premium wine regions, including the Adelaide Hills and the Barossa Valley. The wine is made using minimal intervention winemaking techniques, resulting in a pure expression of the Chardonnay grape. This unwooded style showcases the natural fruit flavors of the grape, with notes of citrus, peach, and melon. The wine is crisp and clean, with a bright acidity that makes it a perfect pairing for seafood, salads, and light pasta dishes.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Yalumba Y Series Unwooded Chardonnay is a bright and refreshing white wine, offering up a lively mix of citrus and stone fruit aromas, with a creamy texture and a crisp, mineral finish.On the palate, there is a great balance of ripe fruit and acidity, with a hint of spice and a lingering finish. Overall, this elegant and well-structured wine is a great choice for a summer lunch or dinner.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Subtle
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Medium
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Chardonnay
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
3.7
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