Overview:
The Blank Canvas Element Syrah is a masterful expression of cool-climate Syrah, combining finesse, fragrance, and complexity. Crafted with pioneering winemaking techniques, including co-fermentation with Gruner Veltliner skins and whole-cluster fermentation, this wine offers a unique texture and aromatic depth. The result is a wine that is both vibrant and savoury, with an intriguing ageing potential. The Element Syrah captures the essence of its terroir, showcasing the boldness of black pepper, the delicacy of violets, and the richness of forest fruits, all underpinned by an elegant structure.
Tasting Notes:
This Syrah delights with its aromatic profile of freshly cracked black pepper, crushed violets, and a medley of red and black forest fruits, enhanced by savoury smoky nuances. Its crunchy, lifted acidity perfectly balances the wine’s defined, fine-grain tannins, while a subtle layer of spicy, savoury oak adds further complexity. The co-fermentation with Gruner Veltliner skins imparts a distinctive white pepper spice, elevating the wine’s flavour spectrum. The result is a rich, multi-layered wine with depth and refinement, as well as a brilliant purple hue that promises further development. This Syrah’s complex character and long-term ageing potential make it an exceptional wine for collectors and enthusiasts alike.