There's good reason why Hawke's Bay Syrah wines are all the rage and this very northern Rhône-like 2010 wine is a fine example. The wine has a dark ruby red-purple color; fresh cherry and black pepper nose; ripe blueberry and other dark fruit flavors with a delightful mineral and slightly smoky finish. One of New Zealand's best wineries, family-owned Craggy Range has been an important pioneer in making premium and super premium single vineyard wines in New Zealand.
Allow 30+ minutes for breathing and serve at 16℃; matches with boldly flavored meats, especially game and cheeses; try with Hunan style goat with garlic and chilis.
25% in new French oak for 16 months.
Lovely now and can be cellared for a decade.
John H. Isacs
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