Savour the Hughes and Hughes Syrah 2025, a richly expressive red sourced from the renowned Brinktop vineyard in the Coal River Valley and Kinvarra in the Derwent Valley. Harvested between April 19 and 30 at 12.1–12.6 Baumé, this wine was crafted using predominantly whole berry fermentation with 7% whole bunch and natural yeast, spending 21 days on skins with gentle pump-overs to extract maximum flavor and complexity. Matured in a mix of barrels, including 10% new oak, and bottled unfined and unfiltered, it offers a pure expression of Tasmania’s cool climate Syrah.

Key Information and Highlights:

• Region: Coal River Valley & Derwent Valley, Tasmania
  
• Vintage: 2025
  
• Variety: Syrah
  
• Size: 750ml
  
• Alcohol Content: 13.7%

Producer Background:
Hughes and Hughes is celebrated for crafting bold, elegant wines that showcase Tasmania’s unique terroir. Their Syrah is a prime example, combining expressive fruit, depth, and finesse, with minimal intervention to preserve its natural character.

Flavour Profile:

• Appearance: Deep ruby with violet hues.
• Nose: Aromas of dark berries, plum, and subtle spicy notes.
• Palate: Full-bodied with concentrated fruit flavours of blackberry, blackcurrant, and ripe plum, complemented by spicy undertones and a refined, silky tannin structure. The wine’s unfiltered nature adds to its depth and texture, finishing long and persistent.

Food Pairings:
Enjoy the Hughes and Hughes Syrah 2025 with:  

• Grilled & Roasted Meats: Perfect with lamb, beef, or game meats.
• Spicy Dishes: Complements dishes with pepper, herbs, or smoky spices.
• Rich Cheeses: Pairs well with aged hard cheeses and charcuterie.

Serve slightly below room temperature to fully appreciate its depth and complexity—an excellent choice for those seeking a bold, artisanal Tasmanian red.