Yarra Yering Dry Red No 2 Charles Melton echoing the producer and critic

echoing the producer and critic notes

making the style of pinot noir that Wantirna Estate is known for

showing smoky reduction

showing superb balance

with lovely phenolics adding shape and pull towards the finish and a fine layer of lees adding a creamed honey/nutty flavour

Yarra Yering Dry Red No 2 Charles Melton echoing the producer and criticThe palate is darkfruited, spicy, and confidently structured, opening with black cherry, blackberry, and plum skin before a wave of black pepper, smoked spice, and curedmeat savouriness brings classic coolclimate Shiraz character. Acidity is bright and energetic, giving the wine a long, driving line, while tannins are fine, firm, and graphiteedged, offering shape without heaviness. The midpalate is layered and savoury, showing hints of violet, olive