Element

Element Syrah 2017, Hawkes Bay

Fruit for this wine is sourced from the Gimblett Gravels - the bouquet reflects this with a bold earthy quality of gravels and stones then a natural peppery spice contrasted by aromas of black currant and raspberry. The oak offers additional aromas of baking spices and toast. Very youthful on the palate with a tannin dominating attack. The acidity is also quite strong, but like the tannins will settle with some cellar time. Fruits flavours return to reflect the nose. Overall a vibrant, youthful and engaging wine, decant for service and serve with food. Drink now and through 2024+.

94 points

Element Cabernet Merlot 2017, Hawkes Bay

Fruit for this wine is sourced from the Gimblett Gravels - aromas and flavours suggest tobacco and dark berries, dry stones and roasted bell-pepper. Toasty barrel spices of clove and vanilla along with a a rocky, gravel-like earthy quality. Very youthful on the palate with the structure dominating - tannins, acidity and power. The fruits described do emerge on the second and third taste. A wine with some development time needed to show off its true potential, final flavours and textures. Decant for service and enjoy with high protein food. Best from 2022 through 2026.

90 Points