Craggy Range 2007 Le Sol Gimblett Gravels Syrah (Hawke’s Bay)

Country: New Zealand / Le Sol Gimblett Gravels
Variety: Syrah Hawke’s Bay
Winery: Craggy Range /

In its first couple of vintages, Le Sol was almost Australian in character, but it is now taking a more perfumed and elegant tack, with this ’07 featuring hints of rhubarb and cracked pepper on the nose, and dark berry fruit matched by savory notes of coffee and black olives on the palate. It’s creamy in texture, yet without excess weight, and finishes long. Drink now–2020.