Longview Macclesfield Syrah 2023 from Longview in Macclesfield is a finely boned, cool‑climate Syrah that leans into blue fruits, pepper and minerality rather than sheer power. From a long, even 2023 season and a southeast‑facing block, it’s all about finesse, perfume and drive in the glass. Fruit sees 20% whole bunch, 10–12 days on skins and just 10% new French puncheons for a gently structured, elegant style.

Expect blueberry muffin, grilled plum, dark cherry and cola with white pepper, baking spice, aniseed and a whiff of leather and wet stone. The palate is mid‑weight, tightly structured and mineral, with spiced blue and black fruits, graphite‑like tannins and a cool, fresh finish that stays long and savoury. It’s vibrant, focused and already beautifully balanced, with the bones to age.

This suits steak frites, steak tartare, lamb backstrap, charry mushrooms or a peppery sausage pasta where that spice and structure can shine. It will also sit nicely with hard cheeses or roast beetroot and lentils, especially with a quick decant. If you’re chasing serious, modern Adelaide Hills Syrah, Longview Macclesfield Syrah 2023 is a sharp, cellar‑worthy option.