Thomas Legacy Syrah 2022

96 points - Double Gold Medal - NZ International Wine Show 2023
95 points - Bob Campbell MW
 
The 2022 Thomas Legacy Syrah showcases meticulous winemaking and a distinct terroir, hailing from the Carsons Road Vineyard on Waiheke Island. This barrel-aged wine, crafted exclusively from Syrah grapes, features two clones—174 and Hermitage.  The elevage spanned an impressive 11 months, utilizing barrels from Coopers Alain Faquet and Francois Fere, with 35% new oak and 100% barrel aging.
 
"The 2022 Thomas Estate Syrah is an inky-purple wine with garnet hues. The wine displays aromas of black and red fruits, violets, plum, smoke and black pepper. The flavours are immense, blackberry, redcurrant, plum, toasty spice and vanilla. The mouthfeel is smooth and generous, the tannins are supple and dense. Cellaring potential 2022 to 2032” Daniel Struckman - Director/ Winemaker