The 2021 Coates The Garden of Perfume & Spice Syrah is an elegant single-vineyard Syrah from Kuitpo in the Adelaide Hills, South Australia, created to showcase the finesse and complexity that cool-climate Syrah can achieve. Sourced from a vineyard beside the Coates winery, the wine is naturally fermented with 15% whole bunches and matured for 16 months in French oak barriques before additional bottle ageing. The nose is fragrant and expressive, revealing aromas of blueberry, blackberry and forest fruits layered with lavender, cracked black pepper, nutmeg and subtle savoury spice.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with silky tannins, bright natural acidity and a refined, seamless texture. Flavours of dark berries, black cherry and plum are complemented by notes of spice, violet, gentle oak and earthy complexity, leading to a long, balanced finish with impressive purity. The restrained oak influence enhances the wine's structure while allowing the vibrant fruit and cool-climate character to remain at the forefront. Bottled unfined and unfiltered, it delivers both elegance and depth.
Ben's Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is an outstanding choice for customers who appreciate refined, cool-climate Syrah with fragrant aromatics, silky texture and excellent balance. It pairs beautifully with roast lamb, duck breast, grilled venison, mushroom dishes or chargrilled beef. Enjoy now after a short decant, or cellar over the next 8–10 years as it develops greater savoury complexity and layered spice.
