Australia produces Shiraz in a myriad of styles depending on the site, region and inclination of the winemaker. Over the past decade, the Adelaide Hills has established itself as a premium source of cool climate Shiraz, SC Pannell and Shaw & Smith being but two outstanding examples.
Guthrie ‘The Snare’ Syrah fits the mould of contemporary cool climate Australian Shiraz (or should we say Syrah) to a tee. Mid-weight in build, it is lithe and suave in feel, with silky black fruits, peppery spice and a hint of wet earth. The use of 40% whole bunches has amplified the spicy, meaty and savoury aspects of the wine.
All in all, there’s a lot to like about this wine, not the least being its sheer drinkability and compatibility with food.
2015 GUTHRIE ‘THE SNARE’ SYRAH
Producer: Guthrie
Variety: Syrah/Shiraz
Region: Adelaide Hills, South Australia
ABV: 13.4%
Closure: Screw-cap
Retail Price: $30.00
Date tasted: 23 June 2017
Tasting Note:
Vivid crimson. Lifted nose of freshly ground black pepper, raspberry coulis and black cherry. Mid-weight, fine and unforced. Quite sensuous in texture – everything is in the right place. Black-fruited, peppery and svelte. Slightly earthy on the finish. Good quality modern Australian cool climate Shiraz – it’s not Rhone, but it’s far removed from traditional Barossa Valley Shiraz.
Score: 16.5/20
Guthrie ‘The Snare’ Syrah fits the mould of contemporary cool climate Australian Shiraz (or should we say Syrah) to a tee. Mid-weight in build, it is lithe and suave in feel, with silky black fruits, peppery spice and a hint of wet earth. The use of 40% whole bunches has amplified the spicy, meaty and savoury aspects of the wine.
All in all, there’s a lot to like about this wine, not the least being its sheer drinkability and compatibility with food.
2015 GUTHRIE ‘THE SNARE’ SYRAHProducer: Guthrie
Variety: Syrah/Shiraz
Region: Adelaide Hills, South Australia
ABV: 13.4%
Closure: Screw-cap
Retail Price: $30.00
Date tasted: 23 June 2017
Tasting Note:
Vivid crimson. Lifted nose of freshly ground black pepper, raspberry coulis and black cherry. Mid-weight, fine and unforced. Quite sensuous in texture – everything is in the right place. Black-fruited, peppery and svelte. Slightly earthy on the finish. Good quality modern Australian cool climate Shiraz – it’s not Rhone, but it’s far removed from traditional Barossa Valley Shiraz.
Score: 16.5/20
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