Te Mata
Te Mata Estate Vineyards Syrah
Red wine
4.8
Expert Rating
3.9
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
This Te Mata Estate Vineyards Syrah is a bold and powerful red wine from Hawke's Bay, New Zealand. The aroma is intense with dark fruits such as blackberry and plum, backed by notes of spice, leather, and a hint of smoke. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and rich, with a deep and complex flavor profile. Its flavors of dark fruit, spice, and hints of smoke are balanced by firm tannins and a long finish. This is a wine that will stand up to hearty meat dishes, or can be enjoyed on its own. Enjoy now or cellar for up to 10 years.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Te Mata Estate Vineyards Syrah is an opulent and complex expression of Syrah.The nose has enticing aromas of ripe dark fruits, black pepper, and a hint of toasted oak. On the palate, it exhibits a full-bodied and concentrated profile with decadent flavors of dark chocolate, blackberry jam, and charred oak. The finish is long and smooth, with a touch of licorice and spice. Enjoy this bold and flavorful wine with grilled meats or stronger cheeses.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2029
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Te Mata
Region: Hawke's Bay
Hawke's Bay is a wine region located on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. It is the second largest wine region in New Zealand, known for producing high-quality red wines, particularly Bordeaux-style blends and Syrah. The region has a long history of winemaking, with the first vines planted in the mid-19th century by French missionaries. Today, Hawke's Bay is home to over 70 wineries and is a popular destination for wine tourism.CUSTOMER RATING
3.9
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