Passel Estate Lot 71 Reserve Syrah 2017
Syrah proved to be a standout variety in this very long and cool Margaret River vintage. Using the term Syrah certainly suits the style and
Syrah proved to be a standout variety in this very long and cool Margaret River vintage. Using the term Syrah certainly suits the style and
This classy Cabernet from the cooler 2017 vintage captures so much of the varietal character of this variety. It’s an elegant, more medium bodied Cabernet
This was a vintage that has become a bit of a sleeper. The wines, while in some cases initially closed, are starting to emerge while
I liked this when I first tasted it in mid-2021 but now it is really showing its true qualities as the extra time in bottle
This excellent wine from this great vintage has really started to move into a new zone with developing complexity, a significant feature. A richer and
Complex and intense – a real step up. Cocoa powder, white pepper, dark cherry and spice. This has density and certainly some flesh on its
Brooding and bold – Margaret River Cabernet nearing its perfect drinking window (in my opinion…) where the fruit starts to integrate beautifully with the sinewy
The 2017 vintage was marginal for Cabernet ripeness, but overall I think the wines look fantastic. This is a perfect example of a fine boned
Rollicking aromatics. An overtly floral nose with gentle spice and black plum. Seamless fruit and tannin integration on the palate, this sits in that lovely
Elegant lifted tropicals; just ripe pineapple, passionfruit and white florals. Bright fresh acidity, mineral slate and citrus flood the palate, which has a gentle texture
Opulent and full flavoured Chardonnay with plenty of white peach, jasmine and cashew, hallmarks of the variety from this region. There is a biscuit/mealy note
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