Te Mata Bullnose Syrah

Winemaker notes

2019: Brilliant amethyst with a deep black core, Bullnose Syrah ’19 glimmers with raspberry, ripe black cherry, and dried strawberry over lush velvet tannins. There are grace notes of black pepper, chocolate, liquorice, lilac, even char and baking spices, with the structure and elegance contributing to undeniable ageing potential. Ripe-fruited. Taut. Silky. Bullnose Syrah ’19 is utter class. A black velvet beauty.

2019

Vinous 93: The Bullnose is Te Mata's top Syrah. Sourced predominantly from the richer soils of the Bridge Pa, the 2019 Syrah Bullnose is a mid-weight expression with attractive silky flesh. The long, fragrant finish is mouthwatering yet firm, offering structured tannins and notes reminiscent of cinnamon, star anise, cloves and red fruit.

Wine Enthusiast 94: Simply put, this is a beauty of a Bullnose bottling. The ancient red-iron soils of this long-standing Hawkes Bay estate have turned out an evocative nose of plum and blueberry amid a sappy, early spring forest of fresh flowers, herbs and spice (think sage, bay, peppercorn, anise). There's brightness and freshness to the silky palate despite the chiseled tannins. Captures not only a sense of place but also Syrah's often elusive tightrope walk of power and elegance.