Production area
Yarra Glen, Yarra Valley, South East Victoria, Australia. Approximately 50 km north-east of Melbourne
Yarra Valley Location/Elevation
37 degrees 45' S, 145 degrees 22' E, 50-400 m
Yarra Valley Climate
The Yarra Valley has a cool climate. In Healesville for instance the mean January temperature is 19.4 degrees, lower than Bourdeaux or Burgundy in the same season. The rain is quite constant throughout the year, with a peak in spring. The annual rainfall is 910mm while in the growing season it is 400mm. There is threat of frost and hail in Spring / Summer
Vineyard Location
On the Healesville-Yarra Glen Rd, near the Yarra Glen Race Course.
Property Size
105 hectares
Number of Vines
35,730
Vineyard Size
18 hectares/45 acres
Vine Location
North Facing
Grapes
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon.
100% handpicked from our vineyard
Clones
Chardonnay: P58, I10V3
Pinot Noir: MV6, D5V12
Cabernet Sauvignon: SA125
Shiraz: PT23
Soil
Rich clay loam, moderate and ideal fertility
Harvest
Autumn – March/April. Cool climate produces a long ripening period, resulting in a full display of flavours and balanced acidity.
Grape Crush Tonnage
Average yield 1.5 - 3 tones/acre, depending on variety.