Craggy Range Gimblett Gravels Syrah 2023 from Hawke’s Bay is a deeply coloured, modern New Zealand syrah that opens with boysenberry, blackcurrant and raspberry, layered with black pepper, anise, cedar and wild herb notes that clearly speak of its stony Gimblett Gravels origins.

On the palate, Craggy Range Gimblett Gravels Syrah 2023 is medium bodied, concentrated yet poised, with lush dark berry and plum fruit flowing through fine, minerally tannins, bright acidity and a distinctly savoury undercurrent of olive tapenade, earth and spice, finishing long, dry, peppery and beautifully balanced.

It is a superb partner for grilled lamb, peppered steak, venison, chargrilled vegetables, gamey sausages or a rich mushroom and lentil stew, making Craggy Range Gimblett Gravels Syrah 2023 an excellent choice for hearty dinners, winter roasts and any occasion where you want a serious yet highly drinkable cool–climate syrah on the table.