Spicy Syrah perfume | Generous tannin

2018 Discovery Syrah

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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

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

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

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