Craggy Range Syrah, Gimblett Gravels Vineyard 2020
New Zealand, Gimblett Gravels
Syrah
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Description
Dark burgundy with a vibrant purple hue. Immediately the nose shows all the hallmarks of the variety on these soils. Olive tapenade, mulberries, and spicy, gamey notes are all in abundance. The palate has prominent ripe tannins and an intensity that speaks to a warm vintage. Medium to full-bodied, the unique savoury and fruit balance is sure to entice all flavours of Syrah from the Gimblett Gravels.
Awards
94 pts Wine Enthusiast Points
Platinum Decanter Medal
Decanter 2022 - Best in Show
Alcohol
13.5%
Analytical data
dry
0.0 g/l residual sugar
6.1 g/l acidity
3.56 pH
Vineyard
Yield: 51 hl/ha
Vinification
95% destemmed and 5% whole bunch fermented in open and closed top stainless steel tanks
Whole cluster fermentation: 11%
Was malolactic fermentation used: no
Was high-solid fermentation used: no
Maturation
15 months in French oak barriques
Bottling
Closure: Screw top