2018 Discovery Syrah
Spicy Syrah perfume | Generous tannin
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Margaret River Syrah is noteworthy because of its fragrance and attractiveness in it’s youth.
Aromas of juicy black cherries and boysenberries with a grind of black pepper. The palate possesses a fine grained texture comprising of ripe tannin which adds to the structure and depth of the wine.
AWARDS
93 pts Ray Jordan "Beautiful expression of this slightly lighter style of Shiraz. This is just gorgeous with perfumed aromas of spicy plum and a race of violet. The palate is sublime. Smooth and textured with a fine tannin and oak integration."
92 pts James Sucking "The palate has a succulent brand of fine tannin that carries a vibrant core of red plums and boysenberries. Drink over the next seven years."
ALCOHOL
14% by Vol | 8.3 Standard Drinks
FOOD MATCHING
Shepard’s pie | stuffed mushrooms | a hearty dip
GROWING SEASON
A long and gentle vintage weather pattern, slightly cooler than the long-term average. The fruit gained lovely perfumes and textures while maintaining a magnificent verve.
VARIETY
Syrah 100%
WINEMAKING
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Syrah is picked at moderate ripeness to retain elegance. Cool fermentation of whole berries at 20 to 22 oC creates a partial carbonic maceration which introduces a spice element to the pure Syrah perfume. A cool climate, medium bodied and balanced Syrah. |
MATURATION
In used 228L and 500L French oak for one year on fine lees. Mainly from the Allier and Vosges forests.
CELLARING POTENTIAL
Up to 5 years
HARVESTED
4th April 2018