2021 Pask Declaration Syrah

A noticeable concentration of colour at the core followed by perfume and varietal fruit signatures of violet and plum, pure black currant, dark raspberry and darker skinned orchard fruits. There’s a layer of spice from clove to licorice to a whisper of pepper. Still very youthful as the wine touches the palate, tannins and acidity engage the senses quickly then contrasting core fruit flavours begin to melt these away. The oak signature of wood smoke and toasty spices seems well placed given the concentration both on the nose and palate. Well made with plenty of length and persistence. Best drinking from 2024 through 2029+. 93 Points Excellent - Cameron Douglas, 2024

Supple, elegant Syrah with plum, cherry, berry, fresh herb, black pepper and spicy oak flavours. Complex wine with nicely layered flavours supported by vibrant acidity. 2023-2037. 94 Points - Bob Camopbell, 2024

In the glass a deep plum colour and shing hue. On the hypnotic nose, you have aromas of violets, dried herbs, white pepper, plums and a hint of smoky vanilla essence. The lavish medium-to-full palate is filled with wild berries, fleshy dark plums, an earthy-tobacco-leaf nuance and wrapped in confident tannins and nicely supported by balanced vanilla oak. The wine is kept energised by good fruit acidity and signs off assertively with a lingering dry finish. 5 Stars - Gavin Hubble, 2024

Medium-deep crimson. Beautiful raspberry, black pepper aromas with underlying roasted chestnut notes. Supple and expressive with plentiful pure raspberry, strawberry fruits fine slinky textures, lovely mid palate viscosity and well-integrated roasted chestnut notes. Finishes chalky, juicy and minerally with a fine tannin plume. Elegantly styled but superbly balanced wine. Drink now - 2028. 96 Points - Andrew Caillard - Gimblett Gravels AVS, 2023