| Region | |
|---|---|
| Subregion | New Zealand > Hawkes Bay |
| Colour | Red |
| Type | Still |
This is a complex and very intense syrah that offers a deeply ripe yet fresh and clear-cut impression of blackberry and pepper, with other layers of spice, graphite and gently meaty notes. The palate is silky yet powerful with really finely layered tannins that cast a long, evenly built finish. Drink or hold. Screw cap.
Tasted blind. Shaded, polished garnet. Peppery, leathery nose. Very classic and rewarding. Great balance. Bone-dry finish but perfect poise. Fresh and racy. Almost more like a mouthwash than a wine – in a good way! Cool in every way. (This tasted like a dead ringer for Côte Rôtie!) (JR)
