The 2023 Chaffey Bros Evangeline Syrah is an elegant single-vineyard red from Eden Valley, South Australia, sourced from the Noack Family Vineyard at Springton at 410 metres elevation. The nose is lifted and perfumed with blueberry, blackberry and damson plum, layered with dried herbs, white pepper, sarsaparilla, violets and subtle spice.
On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied with concentrated blue and dark fruit, fresh acidity and silky, finely shaped tannins. Maturation for 15 months in fine-grained French oak puncheons and hogsheads adds gentle spice and texture while maintaining the wine’s cool-climate freshness and elegant, poised finish.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is a great choice for Syrah drinkers who enjoy perfumed blue fruit, peppery spice and silky tannins in a refined Eden Valley style. Enjoy it now or cellar for 10+ years, with the producer noting particularly attractive development around five to eight years of age. Ideal with roast lamb, grilled beef, duck, venison or mushroom dishes.
