Bekkers is a boutique producer with a focus on the northern, hilly parts of McLaren Vale, and a meticulous focus on Shiraz and Grenache. Toby Bekkers operates at the premium end of the market.
The 2018 Bekkers Syrah delivers layers of fruit on the palate, blackberry and forest berries. There are also tobacco notes and licorice. The wine is focused and intense, without being overbearing. It is quite savoury on the back palate, a really interesting wine. There is good energy, before firm tannins lead to a medium plus finish.
The wine is quite balanced, and I would happily drink more than one glass. My score would have been even higher, if the level of elegance (which is not bad) had stood up even more to the fruit weight.
Score: 95/+++
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