Stonecroft Undressed Syrah 2019, Gimblett Gravels, Hawkes Bay

Intense purple and dark ruby hues with a bright pink rim. Equally powerful bouquet - youthful, intense, fruity and varietal with aromas of wild raspberry and black currant, fresh black pepper and clove, violets and hot dry stone soil aromas. Youthful, fruity, enticing and instantly engaging. On the palate - fleshy, fruity, youthful and primary. Flavours of dark berries and raspberry licorice, toasty wood and pepper, firm chalky tannins and medium++ acidity with a lengthy finish. Very young so needs some cellar time, but also drinkable today with fresh high protein centric food. Recommended window for drinking - late 2021 through 2024++.

The wine is called ‘Undressed’ because it is preservative free. It is also certified Organic

94 Points

Excellent