Clarendon Hills Domaine Clarendon Syrah 2023

A cool year and philosophical evolution have produced a relatively elegant syrah suite in ’23. And this is a fine entry point, sketching out the style. A lovely perfume here, with cool boysenberry, violet, iodine, black leaf tea, nori, lilac and blackberry pastille. It’s compact on the palate, clocking in at modest alcohol and with a general sense of savoury mid-weighted ease. It’s a very charming and detailed expression. 94 points – Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion

Layers of dark fruit and spices with aromas of black olives, graphite and violets. The palate is full-bodied with fine-grained tannins and bright acidity. Seamless, refined finish. A delightful wine and a great value. Drink or hold. 94 points – Ryan Montgomery, James Suckling