A Syrah from a small coastal vineyard in Hout Bay, South Africa. A dark burgundy colour in the glass, with a generous bouquet, filled equally with savoury, floral and ripe fruit aromas. Smoked meat, sour cherry, blackberry, graphite, black pepper, root beer, sumac and violets. Medium-bodied and fine on the palate, the ripe fruit starts to come forward, on a swell of tart acidity. Still with a lightness of touch, the core shows itself with powdery tannin – just a hint of grip and minerality flexes some muscle. Although nimble and energetic through the palate, there is also depth, silky texture and the dry finish is quite elegant. 95pts
Savage ‘Girl Next Door’ Syrah 2020
