Syrah , Gimblett Gravels Vineyard, Hawkes Bay
Once known as the "Block 14" Syrah, the Gimblett Gravels Syrah is now a wine made using multiple parcels from the vineyard. Still 100% Syrah, the blending of these different parcels combine to create a wine that is truly distinct and appealing.
The vines originate from a Heritage clone of Syrah brought to New Zealand approximately 150 years ago. It produces a wine with an aromatic lift of floral and pepper aromatics and a lushness and denseness on the palate combined with fresh and fine natural acidity.
Tasting Notes
Very dark colour with vibrant crimson hues. This wine aromatically abounds with trademark characters of blueberry, aniseed, lavender and black pepper. The firm tannin give way and melt in the presence of ripe fruit flavours. The palate flows effortlessly to a long finish. A vintage to savour.
Food match: Wild fowl or game dishes
Cellaring: Up to 10 years from vintage
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