2021 Mchenry Hohnen Syrah

Complex and highly fragrant, this Syrah reveals lifted aromas of red plum, white pepper and cinnamon spice, interwoven with savoury black olive and earthy
undertones.

The palate is medium-bodied and elegant, offering vibrant red and blue fruits, a velvety mocha character, and warm spice. Firm yet supple tannins
frame the wine, delivering a finely textured and persistent finish. A distinctive expression of Syrah, and a true reflection of the style—refined, savoury, and uniquely Margaret River.

Vineyard: Hazel’s Vineyard is McHenry Hohnen’s southernmost site, located near Witchcliffe in the headwaters of Chapman Brook. With ironstone gravel loam soils over a clay base, the vineyard offers excellent drainage and natural low vigour. A northerly aspect and strong Southern Ocean influence create ideal conditions for growing a wide range of varieties with structure, perfume, and site clarity. Hazel’s has always been farmed with a deep respect for the land and a focus on soil health and sustainability.

The 2021 season began with a cool, wet Spring, which led to a lighter fruit set in several varieties, including Chardonnay. Above-average rainfall in early Spring brought added disease pressure, requiring increased attention and care in our organically farmed vineyards. As Spring transitioned to Summer, the season was marked by warm, dry conditions, punctuated by a few rain events in February and March. These required additional canopy management and careful fruit selection by our committed vineyard team to ensure quality at harvest.

Sourced from a single block of Syrah at Hazel’s Vineyard, a portion of the fruit was hand-harvested and transferred to a wooden fermenter. The fermenter was sealed for several days to allow carbonic maceration to occur within the berries. A small amount of Roussanne was co-fermented with the Syrah to enhance aromatic lift. Gentle extraction followed over a ten-day period. After pressing, the wine was matured in a single 2700L French oak cask for 10 months before racking and bottling in Summer 2022.