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GREAT WINE IS MADE IN THE VINEYARD

It is known that ‘great wine is made in the vineyard’ and we set out to select an exact location that delivered every advantage of a cool climate, undulating topography and ancient soils. So we found our hidden gem, located down a county lane in the dress circle Warramate foothills of the Yarra Valley. It is from here we set out to make wine with the charm of Northern Italy but the provenance of the majestic Yarra Valley.

Discover Soumah Wines

The Yarra Valley cool climate focus allows Soumah to specialise in wine styles and varieties typical to Northern Italy as well as South Eastern France. Our Hexham vineyard on the Warramate Foothills is the main stay of production although we do look for small parcels of premium fruit from other vineyards to bring additional Single Vineyard wines to the market. Our most awarded wines are Chardonnay and Pinot Noir although we are also gaining good recognition for Viognier and Syrah. Then onto a passion for Northern Italian varieties with our Nebbiolo, Brachetto, Pinot Grigio and Savarro (Savagnin).

 

Soumah is proudly a 5-Star Winery according to Halliday Wine Companion.

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CELLAR DOOR

TRATTORIA D'SOUMAH

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Experience exceptional Northern Italian cuisine served in a trattoria style dining room.

UPCOMING EVENTS AT SOUMAH

Book for Our Next Masterclass in March!

Book for Our Next Masterclass in March!

Limited Availability!

Savarro Saluto Masterclass

Savarro, more commonly known as Savagnin, is one of the ‘Mothers of all grapes.’ It was first recorded in the 10th century in the town of Tramin in North Eastern Italy. It travelled around Europe for centuries picking up different names in different regions. It then went on to ‘mother’ many of today’s modern varieties like Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chenin Blanc and Gruner Veltliner, to name a few. Not commonly grown in Australia, our Masterclass will expose you to the history and the growing conditions required to perfect this unique variety.

 

For our Savarro Saluto, you will taste eight samples. Some grown in our Hexham vineyard, including a tank sample from 2019, a pre-release look at 2018 as well as stock from our museum selection. We have also selected wines from European regions that specialise in the variety, specifically the Valais in Switzerland and Jura in France, and the quite rare and interesting Vin Jaune or ‘Yellow Wine’. Vin Jaune is aged for six years and three months in barrels that are not topped up — one of the most interesting and unusual wines you will ever try.

 

Tasting will be accompanied by cheeses also from these regions as well as cured meats, all specially selected by chef Paul

 

When: Session 1 at 3:00p.m. on Saturday 30th March, or Session 2 at 3:00p.m. on Sunday 31st March
Duration: Approximately 1 Hour
Cost: $30 per person, includes tasting of eight wines accompanied by specialty cheeses and cured meats

Payment required upon booking. Ph: +61 3 5962 4716.
(Please Note: Places are strictly limited (16 places per session only). Book early to avoid disappointment.)

Open Easter Weekend

Open Easter Weekend

Hop to it!

Now Taking Reservations for Easter

Easter is later than usual this year but the autumn weather is gorgeous throughout April in the Yarra Valley. We are open all Easter weekend so stop by for a tasting at our Cellar Door and re-stock your personal cellar for the colder months ahead. We highly recommend picking up a bottle of our newly released 2016 Single Vineyard Syrah to accompany a traditional Easter lamb roast.

 

You could also consider skipping time in the kitchen preparing a big Easter feast and book for a hearty lunch at Trattoria D’Soumah. We highly recommend reservations over the long weekend. Click on the link below.

 

OPEN Easter Weekend: Good Friday, 19 April – Easter Monday, 22 April 2019

Cellar Door: 10am – 5pm

Trattoria D’Soumah: 11:30am – 4pm

IN THE MEDIA

  • 2016 Single Vineyard Chardonnay: Attractively savoury aroma, melon and straw, dusty oak, toast and honey nuances. Then the palate offers rich fruit, soft texture, with generosity and balance. 93 points.

    GT WIne

  • It’s an austere style. Minimalist. It’s highly enclosed and reductive with pure grapefruit, steel and subtle lactose/woodsmoke characters showing the barest of glimpses. It’s white wine as origami, its arms and legs folded in on themselves. It’s either too clever by halves or highly sophisticated, you have to sit with it and decide for yourself. I’m sitting on the fence a little.

    Campbell Mattinson

  • SOUMAH 2016 Single Vineyard Chardonnay: Light and delicate, pure and refreshing, this Yarra Valley Chardonnay feels racy and brisk. It is a cool glass of grapefruit-like zestiness with a kiss of nougat oak. Perfect to accompany seafood dishes, Asian spice and good times.

    Delicious Magazine

  • Trattoria d’ SOUMAH which serves rustic Italian food in a relaxed atmosphere. Overlooking the vineyards, the covered outdoor deck is the perfect spot to perch for a long lazy lunch.

    Lisa Eats World

  • Soumah has a single vineyard focus, and looks for quality over quantity.

    The World Loves Melbourne

  • Small and no-fuss, Soumah sounded like the perfect place to begin a lazy day amongst the vines.

    Little Wanderings

  • Charming and cosy slice of Northern Italy.

    Wine Compass

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT SOUMAH

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