Classification | Cru Classe |
Type | Red |
Brand | Lismore Estate |
Vintage | 2018 |
Country | South Africa |
Region | South Africa |
Grape | Syrah/Shiraz |
Volume | 0,75 |
Condition | Perfect |
Label | Perfect |
Drinkable | -2032 |
Stock | 0 |
Upon smelling the 2017 Estate Reserve Syrah, my first thought was "Wow, this reminds me of a young Côte-Rôtie." The nose of this wine has a glossy polish to it, with black fruit that expresses power and complexity while remaining pristine and elegant. After the impressive fruit aromas, the soft herbal and lavender tones flutter in, bringing with them soft oak tones and a nuance of spice rack. The palate has good mineral tension with the depth and breadth of expression only found in world-class Syrah. The finish is long with grippy tannins and begs me to take another sip. Samantha O'Keefe is clearly doing things right. The Lismore Estate wines are highly collectible and show amazing quality.