Alpha Domus Syrah The Barnstormer
Red Wine, 750 mL
| Country : | New Zealand |
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| Region : | North Island |
| Subregion : | Hawkes Bay |
| Producer : | Alpha Domus Ltd |
| Alcohol : | 13 % |
| Grape variety(ies) : | Syrah 100% |
| Color : | Red |
| Classification : | Estate bottled |
| Container : | Coloured Glass Container |
| Closure : | Metal Screw Cap |
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Tasting note
Blackberry, raspberry, bacon, hickory, pepper and flint aromas are front and centre. The flavours really explode on the palate, and yet it suggests Rhône Valley rather than a New World style (thus the appropriate use of Syrah instead of Shiraz). Fresh acidity and moderately firm tannins give this wine structure. Enjoy it tonight with bacon-wrapped lamb medallions. (VINTAGES panel, Sept. 2012)
