Smith & Sheth CRU Heretaunga Syrah 2021

Deep ruby red colour. Aromas of ripe blackberry, plum, red liquorice, and delicate florals show beautifully. The palate is medium to full bodied with flavours of ripe black fruits, raspberry, anise, pepper, thyme and a lovely thread of vanilla, cinnamon and cedar from oak and fruit. The finish is long with a lovely savoury twist.

Barrel ageing of 14 months in French oak barriques, 35% new.