Robert and Mem Kirby planted the first Yabby Lake Vineyard in Red Hill in 1992 with extended plantings to the Moorooduc sub region in 1998. With enormous passion they have swiftly established Yabby Lake as one of Australia’s finest vineyards. The Creation of "Red Claw” the freshwater Yabby has been inspired by their enthusiasm to further produce quality wines that are truly expressive of the Mornington Peninsula region.
Winemaking
The fruit was hand harvested and pressed in small batches before it was left to settle overnight. French oak barrels ( 500 litre puncheons ) were use d for fermentation (no malolatic ). All wild ferments. The wine was aged on yeast lees for 9 months, then bottled.
Tasting notes
Bright intense pale straw colour. Lifted aromas of clean citrus notes, stone fruit and a hint of spicy French oak. A tightly focused palate, with lovely natural acidity and a long, complex finish.
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