Bergerie du Capucin Larmanela $46.00
95% Syrah, 5% Grenache. Oaky, meaty and peppery nose with obvious Syrah character. Moving into maturity with leathery notes over the strong black fruit and hints of meatiness. Highly concentrated, but lovely and fresh, with fresh and polished tannins. Score - 95 points Decanter
Ka Tahi Rangatira Reserve Syrah $36.00
Wonderfully perfumed and inviting, the bouquet shows black/blueberry, violet, cedar and vanilla characters, together with nuances of clove and black pepper. The palate offers excellent fruit purity and concentration, without being heavy, and delivers velvety texture and fine, polished tannins. This is beautifully styled and refined with plenty of delectable flavours. A single vineyard wine from the Gimblett Gravels district. At its best: now to 2025. Score - 94 points Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz
Flora Springs Cabernet Sauvignon $64.95
Silky and smooth; bright and balanced with firm structure and fine balance; a classic Napa Cab from this consistently excellent winery. Score - 92 points Anthony Dias Blue, bluelifestyle.com