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“Ransom K-Syrah 2007 - "Bright ruby colour, moderately intense. Supple, peppery red with new leather, floral, cranberry, herb and spice (white and black pepper with a suggestion of star anise). An elegant rather than blockbuster style that nonetheless reveals power with its lingering finish."”—Bob Campbell, 2010
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“Ransom K-Syrah 2007 - "The impressive debut 2007 vintage is dark and youthful in colour, with a spicy, slightly toasty bouquet. Mouthfilling, with concentrated plum, black pepper and oak flavours ... 4 stars."”—Michael Cooper, Buyers Guide to NZ Wines 2009
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“Ransom K-Syrah 2007 - "What's the most exciting wine I have tasted from Matakana? Syrah. You better believe it! The Ransom 2007 is firm, dry and a delicious Rhone styled wine."”—Cameron Douglas, SOMM Magazine 2008
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“"Ransom K Syrah 2008 is striking in both colour and stature. It has a rich, creamy aroma with the initial, tarry, savoury flavour becoming rather juicy. Black and red fruits, cake spices and oak provide a robust mouthful of succulent red."”—Sue Courtney, Wine Writer, Rodney Times
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Ransom K Syrah 2008 - 100% Syrah
This deep red wine has a nose redolent of black cherries and also hinting at cedar or cigar box. The palate is rich and concentrated with a complex of sweet fruit and spice. A firm, dry, delicious Rhone-style wine with an elegance and balance which makes it a delight to drink. Serve with something rich and flavoursome - strong blue cheese, duck confit or beef ragout.
Vintage - 2007, '08.