Two Gates Hawke's Bay Syrah 2022

Description

Oak, Plum, Spice

This handcrafted wine is complex and elegant. Dense with purple edges and aromas of white pepper and thyme. The palate is full and rounded with tastes of cassis and black plum giving way to an attractive savoury character. The tannins are well balanced and provide structure and length.

Two Gates vines are planted on classic Hawke’s Bay river terraces, chosen for their cool nights and low rainfall. Grapes grown here will continue to exhibit finesse, balance and com-plexity as the vines age and our organic approach builds the uniqueness of our handcrafted wines.

Destemmed without crushing and fermented warm with indige-nous yeast. 14 days on skins following fermentation allowed the tannins to soften before being gently pressed to barrel. Matured for 12 months in French oak (25% new) before being bottled without fining.