Balgownie Estate Shiraz 2020 over-91 The Syrah vines are 10-40

The Syrah vines are 10-40 years old

produced from 50% Marsanne (65 year old vines) and 50% Roussanne (young vines) planted in decomposed granitic soil at Les Vessettes on the slope above the town of Chavanay

35% whole bunch the remainder lightly destemmed to retain whole berries before a 4 day cold soak

uplifting and sublime Sancerres

Balgownie Estate Shiraz 2020 over-91 The Syrah vines are 10-40Colour is brick red and some browning at the rim to be expected due to age. The bouquet shows lifted , spicy red and black fruits with cedar oak in accompaniment. Bright raspberry and plum fruits show on the concentrated pallet guided by fine tannins to a persistent finish. Lovely now but will hold for another 5 years. Serve with medium rare porterhouse with a red wine jus.