SOHO VALENTINO 2009
flawless
Winemaker Pete Turner has created a Waiheke Syrah that is synonymous with opulence, extravagance & femininity. Warm berry fruit & black plums worthy of a decadent Roman Emperor. This voluptuous silhouette offers hints of spice that are bound by toasty oak. A seamless structured palate with a bodice that is receptive & candid. SOHO Rosso... inspired by Valentino, created for lovers of perfection.
Tasting Notes
- Variety
- 100% Syrah
- Region
- Waiheke Island: Soho’s Onetangi Vineyard
- Winemaker
- Pete Turner
- Bottling Date
- 8 June 2010
- Cellaring
- 1-5 years
- Tech Analysis
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Harvest Date: 17th April 2009
Alcohol: 14.5%
Oak Barrels: French Oak Barriques (35% new)
Cooperage: Demptos
Packaging: 12 x 750ml
Reviews
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94 Points
Medium-deep red/purple in colour and superbly ripe, this is an impressive offering from one of the rising stars in New Zealand wine. The bouquet is beautifully perfumed displaying dark plum, chocolate, spice and nutty oak characters. It’s opulent and velvety on the palate with excellent density and supple tannins. A gratifying Syrah that’s only going to get better with age. At its best: now to 2018. $38.00 Moderate availability. 14.5% Screw cap. Dec 2010.
Sam Kim