It was so gorgeous when we went for a day trip to the Yarra Valley wineries back in May. Autumn was in full swing and all the colors were swirling about on the vines and throughout the country landscape. I forgot how much I love fall, not having experienced it for the past 3 years. Usually it signals the start of a holiday season, but alas, here its Autumn in June and Christmas is a long way off.
Again, this was an excursion with Lindsey during her visit, a trip made possible by my new friend and fellow expat-turned Melbournite, Lisa. Hi Lisa. This was a great day - perfect weather, good company, I am inspired to repeat the trip again with my parents when they come.
Yarra Valley is one of Australia's wine regions, just an hour or so out of Melbourne. Our destination this trip was Healesville, a little town with a few shops ranging from gourmet/expensive to crafty/kitsch. Along the way we stopped at the big wineries Domain Chandon, Dominque Portet, Giant Steps and Innocent Bystander and some others, eating tasty cheese along the way. We finished up at Yering Station and on home before rush hour traffic, each carrying 2 bottles of something yummy with us. Not an expert wine taster I am slowly developing my palate, but I definitely know my preference for Sav blanc and Cab Sav, and starting an appreciation for Pinot Noir. Now thats is winter time, I am all for a cosy glass of red.
Rachie,
ReplyDeleteI recently found that I love Chianti(s)...especially the ones with a high percent of Sangiovese. C.J. and I are also developing our palates...or becoming alcoholics...whichever way you want to look at it!
Much Love,
Sarah
Alcoholics more like! Red wine and/or French Martinis.
ReplyDeleteWe are heading back to those wineries once again, this time with the Parents. Don't get much Chianti over here. Trying to get into Shiraz, but its too bold for me. For a perfect summer wine which never fails, try a New Zealand Sav Blanc from the Marlborough region.