Elephant Hill Reserve Syrah 2018, Hawkes Bay

10th Anniversary 2008 - 2018 release

Fine, varietal, complex and pure fruited bouquet. Aromas and flavours of red licorice and raspberry, some black currant then soft smoky barrel spices and a touch of powdered pepper. Dry on the palate with a mix of firm and fine tannins with a polished fine mouthfeel, a back bone of acidity carrying flavours of fruits and spices as well as some olive and fried herb. Flavours of barrel and lees gain intensity with each sip, carrying fruit and non-fruit flavours seamlessly. Wonderfully balanced with a core for fruit, salivating textures and lengthy finish. A wine ready to enjoy from purchase and through 2028+.

96 Points

Outstanding

RRP from $49.95

100% Syrah. 48% Gimblett Gravels, 40% Bridge Pa, 12% Te Awanga. 35% New French oak, 24 months in barrel