2009 Coombe Farm Nellie Melba Blanc de Blancs
This is the inaugural vintage of the Nellie Melba Blanc de Blancs and has been produced by the traditional Champagne method (MC) from estate grown Chardonnay, clones 76 & 96. The wine has been bottle fermented and aged on lees in the bottle for a minimum of fifteen months.
It is a very fine, delicate and elegant Yarra Valley sparkling wine with hints of citrus and chalk, spice and scented flowers. The palate is vibrant and refreshing with tangy grapefruit and melon flavours, has a seamless and delicate ‘bead’, a hint of creaminess and pristine lemon acidity.
Alcohol 11.1%;
Acidity approx 9g/L & pH 3.15;
dosage (sweetness) approximately 10g/L.
AWARDS & ENDORSEMENTS
SILVER MEDAL 2011 Yarra Valley Wine Show
BRONZE MEDAL 2011 Australian Sparkling Wine Awards
BRONZE MEDAL 2011 Boutique Wine Show
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2010 Coombe Farm Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is a variety that is ideally suited to the Yarra Valley and Coombe Farm grows a selection of the most premium and sought after clones. Each year we select the best performing clones for the vintage and 2010 is a 40:60 blend of clones 777 and MV6. 777 adds ‘prettiness’ and aromatic lift and MV6 the palate ’power’.
The wine has fresh, ripe red fruit characters, a touch of spice, a deliciously supple texture and a soft yet structural savoury finish.
Alcohol 12.9%;
Acidity 6.6g/L & pH 3.55;
Residual sugar less than 1g/L.
AWARDS & ENDORSEMENTS
4 STARS Winestate Magazine Yarra Valley tasting July 2011
BRONZE MEDAL 2011 Yarra Valley Wine Show
BRONZE MEDAL 2011 Boutique Wine Awards
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2010 Coombe Farm Chardonnay
The 2010 Coombe Farm Chardonnay is an equal blend of the Mendoza and Penfolds 58 clones of Chardonnay and is a fine example of why the Yarra Valley is so renowned for the variety. The fruit was hand harvested, whole bunch pressed and fermented in French oak barriques of which approximately 20% were new. Approximately 20% of the wine was allowed to undergo malolactic fermentation, adding a creamy complexity and softness and the wine was allowed to mature in oak for ten months.
Coombe Farm Chardonnays are made to be classically varietal and expressive, elegantly fresh, deliciously tasty, ‘morish’ and great value and the 2010 is no exception.
Alcohol 13.0%;
Acidity approximately 6.1g/L & pH 3.24;
Residual sugar 1.42g/L.
AWARDS & ENDORSEMENTS
4.5 STARS Ralph Kyte-Powell The Age 'Epicure' August 16th 2011.
‘This smooth, quietly complex chardonnay mixes aromas of nectarine, citrus, minerals and lightly spicy French oak in fine harmony. It tastes clean and intense with sustained, subtle flavours of real elegance and crisp distinction.’
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2009 Coombe Farm Merlot
Coombe Farm Merlot is grown on one of the coolest sites of the estate and the wines produced are bright, fresh and full of flavour and display an elegant and sophisticated palate with a fine tannin structure and enduring acidity. 2009 was a very hot year in the Yarra Valley and the 2009 Coombe Farm Merlot displays an added ripeness of flavour, yet still shows a slight leafiness and freshness on the palate. The fruit for this wine was handpicked then handled to maximise the extraction of ripe tannins, and matured in premium French oak barriques for eighteen months.
The wine is intensely coloured and highly aromatic, displaying ripe varietal aromas and flavours of red berry, spice, a hint of tomato leaf and lovely vanillin oak overtones. The palate is generous and flavoursome, with a firm and enduring finish.
Alcohol 13.5%;
Acidity approximately 6.0g/L & pH 3.4
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2008 Coombe Farm Cabernet Merlot
Coombe Farm Cabernet Sauvignon is grown on one of the coolest sites of the estate and we only a produce a Cabernet dominant wine in the ripest and best seasons. The 2008 wine is a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon and 35% Merlot. Cabernet Sauvignon contributes the power and structure, Merlot the palate generosity and berry richness. The fruit for this wine was handpicked and matured in premium French oak barriques for eighteen months.
The wine is intensely coloured and highly aromatic with ripe varietal aromas and flavours of red berry, spice, a hint of tomato leaf and lovely vanillin oak overtones.
Alcohol 13.5%;
Acidity approximately 6.0g/L & pH 3.5
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2010 Coombe Farm Pinot Gris
Pinot Gris or Pinot Grigio is a white grape variety of European origin and Coombe Farm is one of only a few producers in the Yarra Valley. The 2010 Coombe Farm Pinot Gris was entirely fermented in stainless steel to capture the delicate and fresh tropical fruit characters that are typical of the variety.
This is a dry white table wine with soft tropical fruit, rose petal and spicy aromas and a deliciously fresh and crunchy palate & savoury finish. This wine is an ideal food accompaniment.
Alcohol 12.3%;
Acidity approximately 6.2g/L & pH 3.1;
Residual Sugar 2.9g/L.
AWARDS & ENDORSEMENTS
BRONZE Medal 2011 Yarra Valley Wine Show
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2010 Coombe Farm Cabernet Rose
The Coombe Farm Rosé is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, harvested approximately 7-10 days before the fruit for our red wine to capture maximum fresh berry character.
The fruit is hand harvested then crushed and destemmed, then chilled and allowed to soak ‘on skins’ for 6-8 hours to extract a soft pink colour before pressing. The juice is then handled as for a white wine and fermented to dryness in stainless steel.
The resulting wine is a fresh, soft and refreshing summer beverage and perfect for outdoor enjoyment.
Alcohol 12.8%;
Acidity 6.0g/L & Ph 3.3;
Residual Sugar 2g/L.
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2010 Coombe Farm Arneis
Arneis is a white grape variety of Italian origin and Coombe Farm is one of only a few producers in the Yarra Valley. The majority of the 2010 Coombe Farm Arneis was fermented in stainless steel to optimise the delicate and fresh fruit characteristics but approximately 20% was fermented in old French oak barriques and allowed to age ‘on lees’ for six months to develop additional complexity and texture.
Green apple, pear and almond characters that are all typical of the variety and the wine is vibrant, delicate and refreshing and an ideal complement to spicy and strong flavoured fare.
Alcohol 12.0%;
Acidity approximately 5.4g/L & pH 3.09;
Residual Sugar 0.33g/L.
AWARDS & ENDORSEMENTS
Highly Commended 2010 Australian Alternative Variety Wine Show
BRONZE Medal 2011 Boutique Wine awards
BRONZE Medal 2011 Winewise Small Vignerons Awards
BRONZE Medal 2011 Yarra Valley Wine Show
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2011 Coombe Farm Noble Viognier
Expected Release date is 1st September 2011
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2002 Pinot Noir
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2005 Cabernet Merlot
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2004 Cabernet Merlot
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2005 Chardonnay
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2004 Pinot Noir
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2003 Pinot Noir
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