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95 Points
A rich, concentrated Syrah with a captivating bouquet of dark fruits, exotic chocolate, and dark spices.
Firm tannins, ripe fruit, and power make this a wine that evolves beautifully with age.
Made with care for the environment, this Syrah offers both elegance and longevity, perfect for the discerning collector.
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Description
The Forrest Estate Reserve Syrah 2014 is a powerful and complex wine that continues to evolve beautifully with age. With an inky, deep ruby hue, this wine offers a bouquet that is rich in black currant, exotic chocolate, dark spices, and subtle wood smoke. On the palate, it delivers ripe flavors of stewed red fruits, including black plum, raspberry jam, and black cherry, interwoven with hints of tobacco and a delicate note of cedar. The tannins are firm yet polished, providing a structured framework that balances the wine’s ripe fruit and power.
With a 95-point rating from Cameron Douglas MS, this Syrah is a wine of impressive depth and concentration with a lengthy finish, showcasing the complex layers of fruit and spice. Sustainably crafted, the Reserve Syrah 2014 is a wine that will continue to develop in the bottle, offering delightful drinking through 2028 and beyond.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Blackcurrant, Smoky, Spice
Palate:Raspberry, Red Fruits, Tobacco
Food Pairings:
Cheese
Game
Red Meat
Description
The Forrest Estate Reserve Syrah 2014 is a powerful and complex wine that continues to evolve beautifully with age. With an inky, deep ruby hue, this wine offers a bouquet that is rich in black currant, exotic chocolate, dark spices, and subtle wood smoke. On the palate, it delivers ripe flavors of stewed red fruits, including black plum, raspberry jam, and black cherry, interwoven with hints of tobacco and a delicate note of cedar. The tannins are firm yet polished, providing a structured framework that balances the wine’s ripe fruit and power.
With a 95-point rating from Cameron Douglas MS, this Syrah is a wine of impressive depth and concentration with a lengthy finish, showcasing the complex layers of fruit and spice. Sustainably crafted, the Reserve Syrah 2014 is a wine that will continue to develop in the bottle, offering delightful drinking through 2028 and beyond.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Blackcurrant, Smoky, Spice
Palate:
Raspberry, Red Fruits, Tobacco
Food Pairings:
Cheese
Game
Red Meat
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Blackcurrant, Smoky, Spice
Raspberry, Red Fruits, Tobacco
Cheese
Game
Red Meat