What happens to a wine after fermentation is complete? The Post-Fermentation Processes at Upper Reach Once the exhilarating process of fermentation has run its course, our attention turns to meticulously crafting the final character of our wines.Here’s what happens after the yeast have finished fermenting and so the juice has now turned into wine: 1….
Do we use the old school foot stomping method or do we use machines to crush our grapes? Well, sorry to say, we have evolved and use machines to crush our grapes. We use a couple of specialised pieces of equipment – a destemmer crusher that, as the name suggests, destems the bunches of grapes…
Unless you’re a geography teacher, you’ve probably got no idea of how complex the Geography ATAR course is, right? And you may not have heard that part of the Year 11 syllabus dives into agricultural products and how they’re marketed within Australia and overseas unless, of course, you have a Year 11 student in your…
Have you ever thought about starting your own vineyard, or just want to plant some vines at home? Let’s have a look at how you can plant vines in your garden and then I’ll show you how we do it on a larger scale. I want my own vine, how can I get one?Where do…
Rosé wine is a happy place for a lot of people, its in-between red and white wine and shouts Summer like nothing else or is delicious any time of the year! Rosé wine is made when the grape juice has contact with the skin of red grapes for a short time.Whereas our reds ferment on…
In the Cellar Door, we are often asked:How can I age wine?What wines should I age? Let’s answer some of your questions about aging wines. Wine is constantly changing and evolving in the bottle; if you are catch a wine at the perfect place on its journey, you’ll experience flavours you never imagined. Invest Wisely,…
What wine taste best with fish? Matching wines with fish Picture this: a table adorned with the freshest catch of the day, from delicate sea bass to succulent salmon, each dish meticulously prepared to perfection. Now, imagine complementing these delectable seafood delights with the perfect glass of wine. So grab a seat at the table,…
I’m thrilled to offer you an exclusive insight into the intricate process of crafting our red wines. At Upper Reach, we believe that wine is not merely a beverage but a culmination of artistry and tradition, spanning over 8000 years of history. Step 1: Cultivating Excellence in the VineyardThe journey begins in our meticulously tended…
Why does wine get aged in oak barrels? The Historical Reason for Oak Aging: Before the advent of glass bottles in the 1600s, wine found its home in wooden barrels—a testament to the historical roots of oak aging. While modern technology offers lots of storage and transport options, the allure of oak persists, enriching red…
The 2024 vintage has been our earliest ever! The first pick was on 4 January 2024 as opposed to 21 January in 2023, by Australia Day we’d done all the white wines and were half way through the red grapes…2023 we were on our third pick. Talk about Fast & Furious!You couldn’t have two more…
It feels like Christmas 2023 was just a blink ago, right? The holiday cheer is in the air, but the hassle of shopping, crowded malls, and potential Covid make it a bit overwhelming. How about a solution? Picture this: strolling through the Swan Valley, sipping wine, and finding unique gifts for even the most challenging…
Pairing Wine with Christmas Fare: Turkey: For the classic Christmas centerpiece pair it with the Triple Trophy winning 2022 Grenache or the 2022 Reserve Chardonnay. These wines have this sneaky way of teaming up with the rich flavors of turkey, making them sing together in perfect harmony. It’s like they’re the best buddies at a holiday dinner party. Roast…