Grapes from a Paardeberg vineyard on granite. 100% whole-bunch fermented before maturation lasting 18 months in old 228-litre barrels. Heady aromatics of red and black berries, lavender, violets, black olive and pepper. The palate is imposing – lots of palate weight, racy acidity and firm tannins. Suddons says her Syrah is “Cornas inspired” and this vintage (alcohol: 14.5%) is even richer and more impactful than 2021 which rated 96 points in last year’s category report.