Keermont Syrah 2019
The Keermont Syrah 2019
On the nose, this Syrah opens with brooding dark fruit—blackberry and black plum—lifted by violet perfume and subtle notes of smoked meat, cracked black pepper, and olive brine. Hints of graphite, roasted herbs, and a touch of mocha emerge with gentle aeration, adding complexity and intrigue.
The palate is full-bodied and richly textured, with concentrated dark fruit framed by lively acidity and well-defined, fine-grained tannins. Spicy black pepper and a savoury streak of leather weave through the fruit core, leading to a long, mineral-inflected finish. Elegant oak influence supports without dominating, allowing the wine’s definition and typicity to shine.
This 2019 presents both power and poise—structured for mid- to long-term cellaring, yet approachable now with decanting.
Keermont Merlot 2021
The Keermont Merlot 2021 has a vibrant venetian red colour. Enticing spicy red fruit on the nose with hints of cinnamon, dried herbs, dust and mixed berries. Classical elegant, fruitful palate with dark plums, cherries and vanilla notes. Fine tannins and fresh acidity hold the wine into a long savoury finish. Best drinking: 2024-2035.
4 ½ stars PLATTER’S GUIDE
93 pts TIM ATKIN (MW)
Keermont Amphitheatre 2018
Keermont Amphitheatre 2018
Deep and expressive on the nose, this Amphitheatre reveals dark blackberry and black cherry entwined with fragrant violet and exotic spice. Layers of smoked black pepper, cured meat, and graphite add complexity, while a hint of wild herbs and subtle oak nuances—cinnamon, clove and cedar—enhance the aromatic profile.
On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and concentrated with elegantly structured tannins and vibrant acidity that lift the generous fruit core. Flavours of rich black fruit segue into savoury notes of olive brine, black pepper spice and mineral tension, building to a long, resonant finish marked by refined balance and depth. This is a wine of power and precision, capable of graceful evolution in bottle yet already compelling with thoughtful decanting.
Keermont Topside Syrah 2017
Keermont Topside Syrah 2017 has a dark plummy red colour. It has an enchanting bouquet of lavender, cherries, cloves, and vanilla. The palate is elegant and soft with dark strawberry and cherry flavours and hints of citrus rind, herbs, and vanilla. The tannins are light, but firm and the wine has a long rich savoury finish. Drink 2021-2028.
Keermont Steepside Syrah 2017
Keermont Steepside Syrah 2017
TASTING NOTE
Topside Syrah 2017 is bright royal red in colour. It has a bouquet of dark spicy fruit with cloves, violets, and white pepper. The palate starts soft and weightless, but opens up with ripe sweet cherry fruit, herbs and dry angular tannins. There is a lovely sweet-sour balance which maintains the tension in the finish. Drink 2022-2035.
ACCOLADES
5 stars PLATTER GUIDE
96/100 TIM ATKIN (MW)
94/100 NEAL MARTIN (VINOUS)
90/100 WINE SPECTATOR
