2024 Yering Station Village Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley

Matured in 500L French puncheons (13% new). Fruit from Yering, Coldstream and Gruyere. A light, bright crimson. A pretty wine with its bouquet of strawberry, raspberry, floral notes and cinnamon spice. There's good persistence, too, on the gently mouth-filling palate with supple, fine-grained tannins rounding out a wine to drink now and over the next four to six years.

94 points Special Value Philip Rich winecompanion.com.au

Yering Station Village Pinot Noir from the Yarra Valley is all about approachability with a touch of elegance—a fresh, vibrant take on cool-climate Pinot that punches well above its weight. From one of Victoria’s most historic wineries (established in 1838), this cuvée showcases fruit from multiple Yarra Valley sites, selected for their perfume, brightness and silky tannins. It’s made to be enjoyed young, but still carries the DNA of Yering Station’s more serious single-vineyard wines.

In the glass, expect aromas of wild strawberry, red cherry and rose petal, with a whisper of spice and forest floor in the background. The palate is juicy and supple, with fine tannins, subtle oak influence and a line of fresh acidity that keeps everything lifted and precise. It’s a textbook cool-climate Pinot—fruit-forward, silky, and delightfully moreish.

Perfect for food, this Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with pan-seared duck breast, grilled mushroom skewers, miso-glazed salmon or even a beetroot and goat cheese tart. It’s also a great match with soft-rind cheeses or charcuterie, making it a versatile partner from casual meals to weekend entertaining.