Timo Mayer: The New Wave of the Yarra Valley

Join cult Australian winemaker Timo Mayer for an evening exploring six exceptional wines from the Yarra Valley. Compare consecutive vintages, discover his iconic whole-bunch winemaking style and experience one of Australia’s most exciting and influential producers. Over two relaxed hours at Loki Edgbaston, you’ll taste six exceptional wines spanning Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, with a rare opportunity to compare two consecutive vintages of both Chardonnay and Doktor Pinot Noir. Along the way, Timo will share his unconventional approach to whole-bunch fermentation, cool-climate viticulture and why the Yarra Valley has become one of Australia’s most exciting fine wine regions. What to Expect: Taste six exceptional wines from one of Australia’s most exciting winemakers; Compare two vintages of both Chardonnay and Doktor Pinot Noir; Discover how whole-bunch fermentation creates perfume, freshness and complexity; Learn why the cool-climate Yarra Valley is producing some of Australia’s finest wines; Enjoy an entertaining evening with one of Australia’s most charismatic winemakers.