2023 Yarra Yering Underhill Shiraz

Yarra Yering remains one of Australia’s most revered wineries, seamlessly blending tradition with modern excellence. Under the guidance of winemaker Sarah Crowe, the estate continues to craft elegant, age-worthy wines that showcase the finesse of the Yarra Valley.

Underhill Shiraz is sourced from a single block planted in 1973. 50% of the grapes are fermented and matured in a 3500L upright oak cask containing 20% whole bunches, with the remainder fermented in open-top fermenters. Maturation lasts 12 months, 50% in the 3500L cask and 50% in French oak puncheons, 10% of which were new.

Other Reviews...
From a shiraz vineyard planted in '73 adjacent to Yarra Yering. 10% whole bunches and matured mainly in puncheons (15% new). Perfumed with aromas of cherry, cassis, a floral nuance and freshly ground black pepper. On the palate this medium-bodied and elegant wine is a little more compact and precise than the Dry Red No. 2. The tannins are superfine and persistent and, while this may not quite have the staying power of the previous two vintages, it will still age gracefully for a decade, if not two! Drink 2025-2035.
97 points
Philip Rich - James Halliday's Wine Companion

Underhill is a single block of shiraz on the western side of this heralded Yarra Valley estate. This block was planted in 1973.
There’s an exaggerated impression of complexity on the nose and yet, on the palate, it’s seamless, effortless and svelte. This is some kind of wine. It’s medium in body but it has its fair share of magic dust. It tastes of red and black cherry, a flash of iodine, redcurrant and peppercorns, sap and herbs, and a variety of nut-like influences. It feels fine, and finessed, and modestly creamy throughout, though the tannin has a tickle of whole bunch to it, and a smoked herb aspect to go with it. It should also be acknowledged that the acidity of this wine has been beautifully judged. Shiraz almost always drinks well from the outset and this wine no doubt will/does as well, but it really begs to be cellared, and it will be at its best with at least a handful of years under its belt. But regardless, this wine is a thing of beauty. Drink 2029 - 2038+.
95+ points
Campbell Mattinson - The Wine Front