Our world-renowned Clayvin Vineyard has historically set the standard for
premium wines from Marlborough.
With four decades of winemaking experience, the three Giesen brothers are intimately acquainted with Marlborough’s best vineyards and terroir. So it’s no surprise our Clayvin vineyard is the cornerstone of our premium wine portfolio.
Clayvin Syrah 2023 [Case] - 6 x 750ml bottles
Vineyard
The Syrah block is located at the top of the vineyard where warm daytime air masses help to ripen the grapes. Marlborough’s legendary cool night time temperatures aid acid reduction and classic Syrah varietal expression of black fruits, white pepper and spice. The grapes were hand-picked and hand-sorted in the vineyard.
WinemakingMinimal cold soak, 10-day ferment, ferment temperature peaked 29ºC. Held on skins for a total of 21 days, matured in 300L French Oak, 27% new.