2012 Castagna Genesis Syrah 750ml

The 2012 Castagna Genesis Syrah is a distinctive and age-worthy expression of cool-climate Australian Syrah, crafted with a strong emphasis on biodynamic viticulture and minimal intervention. Produced by Castagna in the granite-rich hills of Beechworth, this wine reflects a Rhône-inspired philosophy, favouring perfume, savoury detail, and structural finesse over sheer power. The 2012 vintage in Beechworth delivered excellent conditions for slow, even ripening, allowing the development of complex aromatics while preserving natural acidity. The vineyard’s elevation and granite soils contribute to the wine’s mineral edge, fine tannin structure, and lifted aromatic profile. In the winery, fruit was hand-harvested and fermented with a portion of whole bunches to enhance spice, floral lift, and texture. Extraction was gentle, and maturation took place in seasoned French oak barrels, ensuring that oak influence remains subtle and supportive of the wine’s natural expression. Now with over a decade of bottle age, the wine shows a beautifully evolved bouquet of dark cherry, blackberry, and plum, layered with notes of white pepper, dried herbs, olive tapenade, earth, and savoury spice. The palate is medium-bodied and finely structured, with vibrant acidity, resolved yet persistent tannins, and a long, mineral-driven finish that reflects its cool-climate origins. Drinking beautifully now, the 2012 Genesis Syrah continues to offer both freshness and complexity, with the capacity to hold and evolve further under ideal cellaring conditions. A refined and characterful Beechworth Syrah for those who appreciate elegance, savoury complexity, and site-driven Australian wine.