Yarra Yering Underhill Shiraz 2021 | Yarra Valley

Yarra Yering Underhill Shiraz 2021 is a beautifully detailed, medium-bodied red from a historic single block planted in 1973 at the western end of the Yarra Yering vineyard. Under winemaker Sarah Crowe, the wine balances cool-climate perfume and vibrant fruit with savoury complexity and fine, confident structure. There is plenty of character here, but nothing feels unnecessarily heavy.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Bright, medium-deep crimson, with youthful clarity and an inviting ruby edge.

Aroma

Black raspberry, blue and dark plum and a floral hint of violet are lifted by cracked pepper, aniseed and liquorice. Subtle cured-meat and smoky notes bring a savoury dimension without obscuring the fresh fruit.

Palate

Pure, vibrant plum and dark cherry glide across a supple, medium-weight palate. Fine-grained tannins and a little whole-bunch grip provide definition, while measured oak seasoning adds spice rather than weight. Natural freshness carries the fruit and keeps the wine poised and energetic.

Finish

Long, savoury and finely shaped, with lingering plum, spice, subtle smoke and an elegant tannin line.

Food Pairing & Serving

A lovely match for roast duck, lamb cutlets, venison, pork with herbs or mushroom dishes with plenty of savoury depth. Its medium weight suits food that is flavoursome rather than excessively rich. Serve at about 16–18°C, and allow a little air for the pepper, florals and cured-meat detail to emerge.

Vineyards & Winemaking

A single Shiraz block planted in 1973 on a gentle west-facing slope with clay-based soil. Yarra Yering acquired the block in 1988. Hand-picked Shiraz was sorted into whole bunches and berries. Half the block fermented in a 3,500 L oak cask, with 20% whole bunches in that ferment. The rest fermented in small open vats and was hand-plunged twice daily. Maturation ran for 12 months, split equally between a three-year-old 3,500 L cask and French oak puncheons, 10% new.

The 2021 won the Prime Minister’s Trophy for Champion Wine of Show at the 2023 National Wine Show of Australia.

Explore the Yarra Yering wine collection for more wines from the estate.