Cornelius Strathallan Syrah
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from vintage release.
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Roasted lamb rack, grilled venison, wild mushroom risotto
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The Cornelius range represents the pinnacle of Scotchmans Hill's winemaking, named in honor of Cornelius Sullivan, an early pioneer of the Bellarine Peninsula. The Strathallan Syrah is sourced from select cool-climate vineyard blocks characterized by black volcanic soils over limestone, heavily influenced by the moderating maritime breezes of Port Phillip Bay. Crafted using traditional techniques including open-top fermenters, partial whole-bunch inclusion, and maturation in premium French oak, this wine is a sophisticated, cool-climate expression of the variety. It eschews the heavy, jammy style of warmer Australian regions in favor of a savory, Northern Rhône-inspired profile defined by cracked black pepper, dark berries, violets, and elegant, fine-grained tannins.
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Established in 1982 by David and Vivienne Browne, Scotchmans Hill is a pioneering estate located on the Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria, Australia. The winery is highly regarded for its cool-climate maritime terroir, characterized by black volcanic soils and moderating ocean breezes that shape its elegant, mineral-driven wines. Under the guidance of long-standing chief winemaker Robin Brockett, the estate focuses on traditional, sustainable viticulture to produce exceptional, estate-grown Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Shiraz, alongside their premium Cornelius range. Located at 190 Scotchmans Road, 3222 Drysdale, Victoria, Australia, the winery's official website is https://www.scotchmans.com.au.