Syrah 2022

Innocent Bystander

Minimum order of 1 case or 6 bottles (Mixed or straight)

Syrah is a smooth, sophisticated expression of Shiraz and the cool hillsides of the Yarra Valley are perfect for making this intriguing style. Generous in fruit but restrained in oak, subtly perfumed and tantalizingly spicy it’s made to be savoured. 

Food Pairings

Pair with braised beef cheek, spicy pork pizza, hard cheeses, dark chocolate.

  • 1x Gold

  • 2x Bronze

Predominantly hand-picked fruit from both upper and lower Yarra Valley vineyards. Cold soak for 3 days followed by 7 days on skins; 10-20% whole bunches used to bring the perfume. Matured for 10 months in French oak, 10% of which was new, with natural malolactic fermentation occurring.

Vineyard RegionYarra Valley
Wine AnalysisAlc/Vol: 13%
Colour

Deep crimson in colour. 

Aroma

White pepper, red currant and raspberry.

Palate

Cherry compote, loganberry, spice and soft tannins.

Peak Drinking

Cellar up to 5 years after vintage.

Growing Conditions

A wet season leading into the summer creating low yields of high concentration and flavour. This provided great colour and balance.