Personalised Te Mata Estate Vineyards Syrah 2024 13% 750ml

Tasting Notes

Appearance
Radiant in brilliant magenta, the Estate Syrah 24 immediately captivates with its depth and intensity.

Aroma
Aromas of ripe red and dark fruits unfoldplum, morello cherry, blueberry, and a hint of black pepperlayered with warm notes of nutmeg and cinnamon.

Palate
A delicate floral lift of perfumed violets, intertwined with French vanilla and a whisper of espresso, brings balance and finesse. It embodies the textural elegance and expressive character of Hawkes Baystructured, alluring, and unmistakably of its place. Estate Syrah 24 is a compelling statement, both enchanting and refined.

Region notes
Estate Syrah 24 was harvested between 25 March and 9 April 2024 from Te Mata Estates own vineyards in Hawkes Bays Dartmoor, Bridge P Triangle and Gimblett Gravels sub-regions.

Food matching
Estate Syrah is a wonderful accompaniment to all red meats, savoury and lightly spiced dishes of Mediterranean cuisine, as well as soft cheeses.

Cellaring potential
Estate Syrah 24 will continue to evolve in bottle for four years from harvest.

Vinification
The individual parcels of syrah from each plot were destemmed for fermentation and remained on skins for extended maceration before pressing. It was then run off to a mixture of new and seasoned French oak barrels for 12 months maturation, during which time it was regularly topped and racked. The wine received a traditional egg white fining before bottling.

PH
3.72

Acidity
5.7 g/L