2005
 
S Y R A H

This dark, dense wine is one of Waiheke’s best & has won numerous awards
in the past.This deliciously drinkable Syrah has aromas of ripe blackberry, plum
& spicy pepper. The wine is ready to drink now or will reward cellaring for up to 5 years. 

SYRAH 2005

 

Grape Variety: Syrah

Origin of fruit: Grown at Passage Rock, and Zeno Vineyards Waiheke Island

Winemaking: Hand harvested grapes are fermented at warm temperatures to achieve full bodied flavours and aromas with rich mouthfeel and texture. The wine is matured for 9-10 months in 40 % new oak barriques

Typical flavours: Ripe blackberry, cherry, plum and spicy pepper

Nature of the wine: Smooth, dark and dense

Food Match: Deliciously drinkable with red meats or on its own

Alcohol content: 14.5%

Cellaring potential: Up to 5 years

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Accolades + Reviews

  "Top NZ Syrah"
CUISINE MAGAZINE

“Passage Rock has
emerged to challenge
the best wines being
made on Waiheke Island
– this is clearly a winery
to watch”
BOB CAMPBELL MW