Squawking Magpie ‘The Stoned Crow’ Gimblett Gravels Syrah 2009 $40 

Inky-dark and packed with concentrated plum, cocoa, sexy spices and lifted dried-herb aromatics.  In the mouth it is luscious, juicy and elegantly flavoursome.  The tannins are solid, present yet beautifully integrated and contribute to stunning length of flavour.  This is a superb wine which is built for the long haul.  There’s precious little available so visitwww.squawkingmagpie.co.nz for info on how to buy.

Squawking Magpie ‘The Stoned Crow’ Gimblett Gravels Syrah 2009