Little Yering Shiraz Viognier

Little Yering Shiraz Viognier

Tasting note:

Deep purple-red color. Black cherries and blackberries on the nose with nuances of leather and a hint of black pepper. The taste is elegant with forest fruit and is supplemented with spiciness and soft ripe tannins

Yering Station

The Scottish-born Ryrie brothers ventured into the Yarra Valley, acquired 43,000 hectares and named the land 'Yering', the Aboriginal name. The brothers planted two varieties of grapes, but mainly used the land for their livestock. In the early 1850s Paul de Castella became owner of Yering Station and began to develop from what had remained primarily a cattle station into a landmark of winemaking in Victoria.

For many years the Yering Station vineyard was one of the largest in the area, and visitors and holidaymakers to the Yarra Valley increased. Wines from this new region began to make their mark on the world, with Yering winning awards such as the Argus Gold Cup for the best Victorian vineyard in 1861 and a Grand Prix at the Paris World Exhibition in 1889, where only fourteen prizes were ever won presented internationally.

Yering Station modern history

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After changing hands several times in the early to mid 1900s, Yering Station was purchased by the Rathbone family in 1996.

As wine lovers, the Rathbone family had considered the idea of becoming wine producers for years. Having planted the Laura Barnes Vineyard in 1995 and with the family's background in farming, manufacturing and their passion for the wine industry, the purchase of Yering Station was a clear step forward. This natural development combined with a combination of family talents allowed them to develop a successful business around quality wine. The purchase of Yering Station 's Rathbone was a big year for the property that spawned the successful Champagne Devaux business.

Yering remains a family-owned and operated winery committed to producing quality and award-winning wines. The Rathbone family is committed to providing an environment in which its passionate young team can thrive.

Yering Station today

In 2008, Willy Lunn joined Yering Station as Chief Winemaker. Willy remains a welcome addition to the Yering Station team and his passion for the industry and commitment to fostering a strong culture will enable Yering to thrive.

The importance of proud heritage is still a visible and prominent feature of the property, including the original lane avenue, a Grade II listed barn and an early winery building (where the Yering cellar door now stands).

The Rathbone family's vision for the property has led to significant achievements including winning 'International Winemaker of the Year' at the renowned International Wine and Spirit Competition, London 2004; and the property being inducted into the Australian Tourism Awards 'Hall of Fame' in 2006

Yering Station