Yalumba GEN Chardonnay

Yalumba GEN Chardonnay

Wine Description

Made with 100% certified organic grapes, Yalumba GEN is Yalumba's organic collection representing the winery's committment to "generate good." GEN exemplifies Yalumba' s commitment for betterment and embodies the winery's determination to create a better future for future generations. The collection encompasses more than 172 years of sustainable practices, and is crafted with 100% certified organic grapes and minimal intervention.

All Yalumba GEN wines are Sustainable Winegrowing Australia (SWA) certified, and 100% of the wastewater is treated onsite and returned to the vineyards through irrigation. Native salt bushes are planted between the vines to preserve the soil, and for every hectare of vineyard Yalumba owns, the winery has planted at least one hectare of native vegetation to promote natural biodiversity. The labels for Yalumba GEN are made from post-consumer waste and FSC-certified paper.

The icon in the center of the label represents Yalumba's sustainable journey; an understanding that actions today have far reaching effects into the future.

Yalumba GEN Organic Chardonnay showcases true varietal flavors and is made in a riper and richer style without oak.

Yalumba Clocktower
Yalumba Cooperage
Yalumba Vineyard
Yalumba Barrel Room
Yalumba Museum
Robert and Jess Hill-Smith
Winemaker, Louisa Rose
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Acclaim
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Vineyard & Production Info
Certified Eco-Friendly Practices:
Certified, stated on label
Certifying Organizations:
Sustainable Winegrowing Australia/Australian Certified Organic (ACO CERT. NO. 11462)
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Winemaking & Aging
Varietal composition:
100% Chardonnay
Fermentation container:
stainless steel tank
Malolactic fermentation:
yes
Fining agent:
vegan
Total SO2
49
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Analytical Data
pH level:
3.36
Acidity:
5.73 g/L
Alcohol:
12.5 %
Total SO2
49
Residual sugar:
5.1 g/L
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Wine Production

Made with 100% certified organic grapes and 100% vegan, Yalumba GEN is made without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides in the vineyard. With very few additions, the wine goes through wild fermentation, using only the natural yeasts present in the vineyard and on grape skins.

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About the Vineyard

The Carypidis Family Vineyard in Virginia, South Australia has produced high quality Chardonnay for Yalumba for over 25 years. They are joined by Yalumba's Chardonnay planting at Waikerie and the Barich family at Loxton. Meticulous work in all vineyards ensures that the grapes are in perfect condition when they are picked.