Reserve syrah 2018 (Dalton)

Kosher wine. Cellar for up to 10 years. No need to decant before serving. Dalton was founded in 1995 żeby a father and son team, Mat and Alex Haruni, who recognised the potential of the Upper Galilee for making top quality wines and have helped lead the winemaking renaissance in the region. In total the estate has 80 hectares of prime vineyards which allow them to craft a diverse range of authentic Israeli wines. The Reserve Syrah is created from prime grapes sourced from estate vineyards in Shadmot which sits below Mount Tabor in the Lower Galilee. The vineyards here are set on volcanic soils facing west and the grapes are harvested in early August to preserve freshness and aromatic complexity. Following the vinification process the young wine is transferred to French oak barrels where it is aged for 14 months. Luscious dark berry and damson notes characterise the nose as well as licorice, dark chocolate and tobacco along with subtle spice hints from the barrel maturation. On the palate there is a rich full body, well-built structure and firm tannins which make this a top match for hearty red meat dishes. The robust flavour profile also makes this a great addition to any collector’s cellar.