Fetherston Pyrenees Syrah 2021

From the Malakoff Estate in the sub-region of Landsborough in the Pyrenees, the clone used is the Best’s Old Block clone. Fermentation was with wild yeasts and 100% whole berries. Pressing was into French oak barriques, 1/4 of them new, for eight months maturation. Only 78 dozen were produced. Dark maroon in hue, this is an edgy, savoury style which is quite fleshy and redolent of notes of animal skins, bay leaves, dried herbs, pomegranate, cloves and black fruits. There are hints of mulberries as well. The wine lifts further on the palate. It is of medium length with gentle acidity and soft tannins. It will provide pleasure over the next five to eight years.