{"product_id":"elephant-hill-reserve-hawkes-bay-syrah-2020","title":"Elephant Hill Reserve Hawke's Bay Syrah 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eRichly fruited and fragrant, the bouquet shows blackberry, clove, star anise, cured meat, and roasted nut aromas. The palate delivers excellent weight and plump mouthfeel, splendidly structured by plush texture and chalky tannins, making it sturdy and robust with a persistent, delectable finish. At its best: now to 2032\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, May 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eDeep ruby-red with a deep purple hue, lighter on the rim. The nose is full, with aromas of plum, blackberry, black olive, pancetta and rich herb. Full-bodied, aromas of plum and blackberry intermixed with raspberry, black olive, pancetta, dried herb, star anise and minerals. The dense fruit reflects on palate weight alongside fine-grained tannins, contributing to the structure. Fresh acidity drives with spice to a sustained, savoury finish. This Syrah is well-made, with alluring black fruit, richness, drive and a fine structure\" Candice Chow, Raymond Chan Reviews, May 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Excellent colour and concentration with a bouquet of blackcurrant, dried herb, a dusting of black pepper and wood smoke. The barrel spices release scents of clove and vanilla pod. A mudstone earthy quality adds complexity and intrigue. Delicious on the palate with core fruit and spice flavours reflecting the bouquet. An abundance of tannins showing a silky polish, backbone of acidity and delicious power prent a complete wine. Ready for drinking from day of purchase through 2034+\" Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier, Jun 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant and smooth styled, oak-aged Syrah with Dark berry fruits flavours, balanced with a gentle savoury, meatiness and delicate pepper and spice notes. Medium weight with moderate tannin structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElephant Hill produces handcrafted, small batch, artisanal wines from a blend of up to three sustainably farmed Hawke's Bay vineyards that each contributes a distinctive elemental character: SEA, EARTH \u0026amp; STONE. The RESERVE range showcases classic Hawke's Bay varieties that have spent extended time in barrel and bottle before release, offering ready aged wines for immediate enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% handpicked, with separate small batch ferments of individual vineyard blocks. Aged 22 months in French oak barrels (25% new). Final blend spent a further 10 months in tank before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Procure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730205544765,"sku":null,"price":251.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/25227-1.jpg?v=1738109799","url":"https:\/\/www.blackmarket.co.nz\/products\/elephant-hill-reserve-hawkes-bay-syrah-2020","provider":"Black Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}