BILANCIA SYRAH 2019

Style: Savoury & Detailed

Bilancia, established 1997 when Lorraine Leheny and Warren Gibson, returned to New Zealand from winemaking overseas is a small Hawkes' Bay producer making exceptional Pinot Gris, Viognier, Chardonnay and, in particular, Syrah. The first wines were released in mid 1998. Warren and Lorraine both studied winemaking at Roseworthy Agricultural College in South Australia and before settling in Hawkes Bay in 1997 and starting a family made wine in Australia, Hungary, Italy, California and France (Warren) and Australia, Portugal and California (Lorraine). Warren's day job is as the executive winemaker at Trinity Hill in Hawkes Bay where he also manages Trinity Hill's viticultural team and vineyards. PWS

Bright raspberry and red plum on the nose with distinctive herbal edges, as well as leaves, clove, anise and pepper. The palate has a smoothly rendered feel with medium body and ripe-plum and licorice flavors. Drink or hold. Screw cap. NICK STOCK, www.jamessuckling.com

Region: Hawkes Bay, NEW ZEALAND

Variety: Shiraz

ABV: 13.5%

Liquor Act 2007. It is against the law to sell or supply alcohol to, or to obtain alcohol on behalf of a person under the age of 18 years. Lic No. LIQP770016424

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