2002 YARRA YARRA SYRAH VIOGNIER - SGT PEPPER MOVE ASIDE...!

As we all know, Australian Syrah/Shiraz comes in many shapes and sizes. This particular example from the Yarra Valley, is very much in the northern Rhône mould. At less than 13% ABV, it is a wine that places elegance and finesse ahead of pure power. Meaty, peppery and savoury, with a touch of floral lift, there is much to like here.

Eleven years on from vintage, the 2002 Yarra Yarra Syrah Viognier is just starting to hit its stride. The bouquet is showing some secondary complexity, tannins have fully resolved, yet there is still good depth of primary fruit. It is a glassy drop that is enjoyed until the end of the bottle.

2002 SYRAH VIOGNIER
Producer: Yarra Yarra
Variety: Syrah/Shiraz
Vintage: 2002
Region: Yarra Valley
ABV: 12.9%
Closure: Natural cork
Retail Price: N/a
Date tasted: 2 March 2013

Tasting Note:
Deep ruby red. Bright aromatic nose of freshly ground black pepper, dark cherry, grilled meat, lavender, violets, iodine. Dry, medium bodied, elegant and stylish. Savoury, meaty and peppery, silky in texture. Starting to show secondary complexity.
Score: 17.5/20