Resonating elegance, finesse of tannin, and purity of fruit

An elegant, cool-climate Syrah from Elgin, highlighting the specific SH9c clone grown in Cartref soils (decomposed granite/quartz). It is characterized by delicate, savory notes of white pepper, lavender, and red fruit, with fine, powdery tannins and a medium-bodied profile.

Sourced from a single parcel in the western part of Elgin the 9c clone when planted in cooler areas is known to produce wines that are well scented, delicately balanced and savoury. They are medium in weight resonating elegance, finesse of tannin, and purity of fruit, the flavours revealing more white pepper, violet/lavender, Victoria plum and iodine. They tend to exude freshness and energy with lively acidity giving precision to the wine. The Cartref soils, a mixture of decomposed granite, pebbles and quartz, add gracefulness and heighten the fruit intensity.

​The wine rested in barrel for 17 months. A small number of artisanal coopers were selected, all from Burgundy and the Rhone, with only French oak chosen. In 2020, 70% was new oak; 100% using 228 litre barrels