Alpha Domus Collection Hawke's Bay Syrah 2022

Description

Cherry, Oak, Spice

"Attractively fruited and nicely lifted on the nose with dark plum, thyme, game, and toasted nut aromas, leading to a juicy palate offering smooth texture and layers of fine tannins, finishing pleasingly dry. At its best: now to 2027" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Apr 2025

Bright and aromatic with vibrant floral aromas of violet, cherries and spice. The palate is rich with ripe red berries, fine tannins give a seam of toasted spice, making this a moreish wine that delivers full flavour with a silken texture.

Since 1989, Alpha Domus has been dedicated to creating wines with exceptional craftsmanship and an unwavering commitment to quality. A small independent New Zealand owned winery, the name 'Alpha' is derived from our founders, while 'Domus,' from Latin, represents home. Full organic certification further enhances the wines. We work in harmony with nature encouraging biodiversity in the vineyard using naturally derived materials to nourish soil fertility and manage disease. Health is built from the ground up with biologically active soils nurturing robust vines and fruit, improving wine quality and complexity from healthy organic fruit.

The Collection Syrah is a true representation of our vineyard nestled in the heart of the Bridge Pa Triangle, producing brighter, floral, and soft styles of wine.

Syrah is the most vigorous variety and requires special attention to detail in the vineyard to control growth of the canopy and the yield of fruit. Syrah is also a variety that strongly reflects the place it is grown producing delicate floral reds in temperature regions such as the Bridge Pa Triangle. Matured in French oak barriques, this wine is the culmination of exacting attention in the vineyard and careful winemaking.

Food Pairing: Easy to like and even easier to put with your favourite vegetable and pasta dishes, lamb, or game meats.