Wine from the Aurora Vineyard in the subregion of Bendigo, Central Otago is not generally available to the public, as most of the fruit is subcontracted to another winery. However, I thought I review the 2010 Aurora The Legacy Syrah here, as it is a curious mix between warmer and cooler climate Shiraz.
This wine is quite dark fruited and concentrated, but at the same time peppery and with good acidity, and in this showing the cooler climate of Central Otago as well as the plentiful sunshine. The tannins are a little coarse before the wine finishes medium to long.
I noticed the fruit was picked on September 11, but there is nothing dramatic about this wine. It is nicely done, but a bit middle of the road.
Score: 92/+
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