First release: In Tandem, Hawkes Bay 2021/22

A fleshy, sophisticated syrah which captures the earthiness and saline quality of the Hawke’s Bay region. The fruit is generous but pristine and vibrant, with subtle notes of thyme. The tannins are silky, well-integrated and make for a wine which has ample structure and ageability but not at all heavy or dense, but instead is elegant and refined. The finish is long and complex. Olive tapenade, black cherries, violets and plums take on a savoury note on the finish. Drink from 2025 to 2031. 13%