Yalumba Rare & Fine The Octavius
Wine Description
Signifying Yalumba’s commitment to Barossa Shiraz, this is a truly individual wine, handcrafted, handmade and matured in fine French oak and Yalumba coopered American octave barrels. These unique barrels, which offered inspiration for the wine’s name, are just one of the many harmonious components in the symphony that is Yalumba The Octavius Shiraz.
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Vineyard & Production Info
Winemaking & Aging
Analytical Data
Wine Production
The growing season began with consistent rainfall
throughout winter. Spring remained warmer and drier
than average and although bunch and berry size was
reduced the vines were off to a healthy start. The reduced
berry and crop size has produced grapes of great aromatics
and flavour. A long and relatively mild summer with quite
cool nights helped to retain acidity and pristine fruit
flavours in the Shiraz. Matured for 22 Months in 21% new French and American oak Octaves, balance in older French Barriques, Hogsheads and American Octaves.
About the Vineyard
Sourced 61% from Eden Valley and 39% from Barossa Valley with an average vine age of 100 years. The Eden Valley Shiraz provides the exotic aromatics and seamless palate structure, while the Barossa Valley Shiraz provides richness, density and concentration.
