Red - Yarra Valley

The Yarra Valley is a wine region known for producing outstanding Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The region has become a leadi… ng wine tourism destination, popular for weekend trips as it is located only an hour’s drive northeast of Melbourne. The cool climate region has some of the oldest soils in the world, and produces terrific Chardonnays in the leaner, acid-driven style. Long gone are the days of excessively oaked and oily Chardonnays. Superb Pinot Noir is cultivated with tremendous results.
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    Airlie Bank Pinot Noir 2021
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2021
    • Brand Punt Road
    • Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
    Airlie Bank Pinot Noir 2021
    "A medium bodied palate with vibrant cherry and plum flavours. Hints of spice ..."
    $21.90
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    Airlie Bank Pinot Noir 2022
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2022
    • Brand Punt Road
    • Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
    Airlie Bank Pinot Noir 2022
    "Airlie Bank Pinot Noir 2022 is a wine that is sure to delight any wine lover...."
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    • James Halliday
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    • Nick Stock
      95 points
    • Campbell Mattin
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    Bicknell FC 'Applecross' Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2019
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2019
    • Brand Bicknell FC
    • Cellaring 5-10 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.2% Alcohol
    Bicknell FC 'Applecross' Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2019
    "Made by Gourmet Traveller Winemaker of the year 2017, Dave Bicknell. A showca..."
    $50.00
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    • James Halliday'
      96 points
    Bicknell FC 'Applecross' Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2021
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2021
    • Brand Bicknell FC
    • Cellaring 5-10 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.2% Alcohol
    Bicknell FC 'Applecross' Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2021
    "Made by Gourmet Traveller Winemaker of the year 2017, Dave Bicknell. A showca..."
    $54.99
    Fetherston Botanical Sakura Pinot Noir Syrah 2018
    • Variety Pinot Noir / Shiraz
    • Vintage 2018
    • Brand Fetherston
    • Cellaring 15 Plus Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
    Fetherston Botanical Sakura Pinot Noir Syrah 2018
    "This is a gorgeous single vineyard field blend of 84% Pinot Noir and 16% Syra..."
    $28.00
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    Gembrook Hill Estate Pinot Noir 2022
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2022
    • Brand Gembrook Hill Vineyard
    • Cellaring 3-5 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
    Gembrook Hill Estate Pinot Noir 2022
    "Gembrook Hill Winery takes a conscientious approach to sustainability, implem..."
    $65.00
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    • James Halliday'
      97 points
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    Giant Steps Primavera Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2022
    • Brand Giant Steps
    • Cellaring 5-10 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
    Giant Steps Primavera Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022
    "The 2022 Giant Steps Primavera Pinot Noir is a wine from the Yarra Valley in ..."
    $90.00
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    • James Halliday'
      96 points
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    Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2022
    • Brand Giant Steps
    • Cellaring 15 Plus Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
    Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022
    "Located on the steep slopes of the Warramate Ranges, alongside the vineyards ..."
    $90.00
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    • James Halliday'
      96 points
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    Giant Steps Wombat Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2022
    • Brand Giant Steps
    • Cellaring 15 Plus Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
    Giant Steps Wombat Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022
    "Wombat Creek Vineyard is the highest altitude vineyard in the Yarra Valley, m..."
    $90.00
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    • Campbell Mattin
      92 points
    Giant Steps Yarra Valley Syrah Carignan Grenache 2019
    • Variety Red Blends
    • Vintage 2019
    • Brand Giant Steps
    • Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
    Giant Steps Yarra Valley Syrah Carignan Grenache 2019
    "The Syrah comes from the Sexton and Tarraford Vineyards, the Carignan and the..."
    $34.99
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    • Campbell Mattin
      95 points
    • Huon Hooke
      95 points
    • Gary Walsh
      94 points
    Hoddles Creek Estate 1er Pinot Noir 2022
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2022
    • Brand Hoddles Creek Estate
    • Cellaring 5-10 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.2% Alcohol
    Hoddles Creek Estate 1er Pinot Noir 2022
    "Now firmly ensconced as one of the Yarra Valley's most collectable Pinot Noir..."
    $69.99
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    Levantine Hill The Coldstream Guard Pinot Noir 2021
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2021
    • Brand Levantine
    • Cellaring 5-10 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
    Levantine Hill The Coldstream Guard Pinot Noir 2021
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    96%
    "Winemaker paul Bridgemen is recognised as one of Australia’s leading winemake..."
    $26.99
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    • Gary Walsh
      95 points
    Luke Lambert Syrah 2021
    • Variety Shiraz
    • Vintage 2021
    • Brand Luke Lambert
    • Cellaring 5-10 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
    Luke Lambert Syrah 2021
    "Fermented using wild yeast and 60% whole bunches included. Matured in large, ..."
    $45.00
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    Luke Lambert Syrah 2022
    • Variety Shiraz
    • Vintage 2022
    • Brand Luke Lambert
    • Cellaring 5-10 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
    Luke Lambert Syrah 2022
    "Luke Lambert is a star of the Yarra Valley. Tiny production and a cult follow..."
    $54.99
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    • James Halliday'
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    Medhurst Estate Pinot Noir 2022
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2022
    • Brand Medhurst
    • Cellaring 3-5 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
    Medhurst Estate Pinot Noir 2022
    "Aromas of bright red cherries are juxtaposed by earthy notes and a hint of fl..."
    $54.99
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    Medhurst Estate YRB 2022
    • Variety Pinot Noir / Shiraz
    • Vintage 2022
    • Brand Medhurst
    • Cellaring 3-5 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
    Medhurst Estate YRB 2022
    "Vibrant, charming , medium-bodied dry red, a unique co-ferment of Pinot Noir ..."
    $45.00
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    Medhurst Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2021
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2021
    • Brand Medhurst
    • Cellaring 3-5 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
    Medhurst Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2021
    "Bright ruby red appearance with a lovely crimson hue. Lovely nose, highly per..."
    $32.99
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    Medhurst Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2023
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2023
    • Brand Medhurst
    • Cellaring 3-5 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
    Medhurst Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2023
    "Bright ruby red appearance with a lovely crimson hue. Lovely nose, highly per..."
    $34.99
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    • James Halliday'
      98 points
    • Ned Goodwin MW
      98 points
    • Gary Walsh
      97+ points
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    Mount Mary Quintet 2021
    • Variety Cabernet Blend
    • Vintage 2021
    • Brand Mount Mary
    • Cellaring 10-15 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.3% Alcohol
    Mount Mary Quintet 2021
    "45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 17% Cabernet Franc, 6% Malbec, 2% Petit V..."
    $204.99
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    • Gary Walsh
      92 points
    Punt Road Pinot Noir 2022
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2022
    • Brand Punt Road
    • Cellaring 5-10 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
    Punt Road Pinot Noir 2022
    "A fruit driven style of Pinot with fragrant strawberry aromas and sweet berry..."
    $28.00
    Punt Road Shiraz 2021
    • Variety Shiraz
    • Vintage 2021
    • Brand Punt Road
    • Cellaring 5-10 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
    Punt Road Shiraz 2021
    "The Punt Road Shiraz has become regarded as one of the dead-set bargain Shira..."
    $30.00
    The Hare And The Tortoise Pinot Noir 2023
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2023
    • Brand Hare and Tortoise
    • Cellaring Drink Now
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
    The Hare And The Tortoise Pinot Noir 2023
    "Sourced from Lower & Upper Yarra Valley fruit. The unique combination of soil..."
    $21.99
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    • Gary Walsh
      94+ points
    Wantirna Estate 'Lily' Pinot Noir 2021
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2021
    • Brand Wantirna Estate
    • Cellaring 5-10 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
    Wantirna Estate 'Lily' Pinot Noir 2021
    "he vineyard has three distinct blocks of pinot noir and these are all hand ha..."
    $98.99
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    Wantirna Estate Hannah Cabernet Franc Merlot 2018
    • Variety Cabernet Blend
    • Vintage 2018
    • Brand Wantirna Estate
    • Cellaring 10-15 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
    Wantirna Estate Hannah Cabernet Franc Merlot 2018
    "One of the most fragrant smells to waft out of the winery during vintage is f..."
    $156.00
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Red Wine

Red wine is made from dark-colored grape varieties. The juice from these grapes is used to make red wine, and during the fermentation process, the juice is in contact with the grape skins, which gives red wine its color. The most common types of red wine include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Shiraz/Syrah. The flavors of red wine can range from fruity to spicy, and the tannins (a naturally occurring compound that can make wine taste dry) can range from low to high. Red wine is typically served at room temperature and is often paired with red meat and strong cheeses.

Red wine is typically aged in oak barrels before it is bottled, which can add flavors and aromas such as vanilla, spice, and toast to the wine. The aging process can also affect the tannins and acidity of the wine, making it taste smoother and more balanced. Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry. In addition, there are also variations in red wine depending on the region of production, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.

Red wine can be made using a variety of techniques and methods, each of which can affect the final taste and quality of the wine. For example, some winemakers use "cold soak" techniques to extract more color and flavor from the grapes. Cold soak is a method in which the grapes are left to macerate in the juice at a low temperature for a period of time before fermentation, this can extract more color and flavor from the grape skins without extracting too much tannin from the seeds. Other winemakers use "whole cluster fermentation" techniques to extract more complexity and depth from the wine. Whole cluster fermentation refers to fermenting the grapes with the stems included, which can add more tannin and structure to the wine.

The alcohol content of red wine can vary, but it is typically around 12-15% alcohol by volume (ABV). Some red wines, particularly those from warmer regions or those made using certain techniques, can have a higher alcohol content. For example, some Zinfandel wines produced in California can reach up to 16% alcohol by volume.

The flavor and aroma of red wine can be influenced by many factors, including the grape variety, the terroir (soil, climate, and topography) of the vineyard, and the winemaking techniques used. For example, a Pinot Noir from a cool climate region will have a high acidity and fruity flavors, while a Shiraz from a warm climate region will have a higher alcohol content, a more full-bodied texture, and a more spicy and black pepper profile.

Different styles of red wine can be enjoyed at different occasions, for example, some red wines are best consumed young and fresh, while others are meant to be aged for several years. For example, a young and fresh Beaujolais wine made from Gamay grapes can be consumed within a year or two, while a Bordeaux wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes can be aged for several years.

Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry.

Different regions also have their signature red wines, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.

 

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