doing their best to mitigate the challenges of climate change. Many of Yalumba’s vineyard and winery practices have been developed to reduce environmental impact and improve soils. Regenerative agriculture, carbon sequestration and solar energy are examples. These management techniques are improving the resilience and health of the vineyards, while leading to better wines. Sustainability, social awareness and governance will continue to be priorities as Yalumba transitions to the new generations of the Hill-Smith family in the Barossa. 2018, AN HISTORIC VINTAGE The 2018 Yalumba The Octavius Shiraz is one of the estate’s greatest vintages in memory. Its modulated power and elegant structure reflect a wonderful growing season, the exceptional provenance of their heirloom vineyards sites in the Eden Valley and the Barossa Valley, and the best of precision winemaking and maturation.
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The Vintage Journal – Verticals
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