Moana Park Gimblett Rod Syrah 2018, Hawkes Bay

A captivating bouquet with aromas of fresh, just picked red berries, clove and white pepper corn, toasty oak, dry stone earthy layer, some violet and youthful high energy. On the palate - youthful, fleshy, fruity, tense, youthful and dry. Flavours of ripe and tart raspberry, some licorice and cranberry, plum and pepper and some crushed stone earth. Firm-ish tannins and a back bone of acidity provide for a sound structure, fruits and freshness for flavour and concentration. Well made and cellar worthy. Best drinking from 2021 through 2025+. Best enjoyed with food.

91 Points