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Kusuda Syrah 2016
Kusuda

Kusuda Syrah 2016

Sale price$149.99

— Hiro Kusuda founded Kusuda Wines in 2004, bringing a Japanese philosophy of precision and meticulous vineyard work to Martinborough. His Syrah has become a benchmark for cool-climate New Zealand Syrah, prized for purity, perfume and finesse.
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— Fragrant blackberry and dark plum meet violet, pepper, herbs and savoury spice, with silky tannins and bright acidity. Elegant rather than heavy, it’s superb with lamb, duck, steak, barbecue or slow-cooked beef.
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— Sourced from a premium private cellar

Origin

Martinborough , New Zealand

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SKU: KUSZ201610 UCAU
  • 93 Points
TASTING NOTES

This is a refined red for evenings that call for something quietly special. Kusuda Syrah 2016 is a benchmark cool-climate New Zealand Syrah from Martinborough, crafted with remarkable precision by Hiro Kusuda.

Fragrant blackberry and dark plum mingle with violet, pepper, wild herbs and savoury spice. Elegant rather than heavy, it has silky tannins, bright acidity and beautifully detailed fruit, bringing purity, perfume and finesse to every sip.

Pour this distinctive Martinborough Syrah with lamb, duck, steak, barbecue or slow-cooked beef, and savour a polished wine moment from a premium private cellar.

TASTING PROFILE
  • LIGHT
  • FULL
  • LOW TANNIN
  • TANNIC
  • SWEET
  • DRY
  • LOW ACIDITY
  • HIGH ACIDITY
Aroma: Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal
Food Pairings:
  • Pork
  • Red Meat

Classification: Red

Variety: Shiraz

Vintage: 2016

Bottle : 750ml (Bottle)

Country: New Zealand

Region: Martinborough

Alcohol: 14.0%

Cellaring: 15 Plus Years

Scores

93/100

Vibrant syrah in a bright high-energy style with cherry, blueberry, violet, white pepper and crushed herb flavours supported by assertive acidity that helps drive a lengthy finish. The wine has Kusuda's trademark ethereal texture and purity, but would benefit from having riper flavours

Bob Campbell MW

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