Man O' War 2014 Bellerophon Syrah-Viognier (Waiheke Island) Rating and Review | Wine Enthusiast
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Man O' War 2014 Bellerophon Syrah-Viognier (Waiheke Island)

Rating
90
Price
$25
Winery
Wine Type
Red
Alcohol
13.5%
Bottle Size
750 ml
Issue Date
11/1/2020
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This Syrah (with 3% Viognier) was grown on a volcanic hillside on Waiheke Island. Six years of bottle age has caused some overt volatile acidity (VA), but those with a tolerance for some VA will find it mainly adds, not detracts. A burst of peppery spice rushes from the glass, accompanied by graphite, iodine and floral notes, all running along a spine of plump blackberries and raspberries. The palate is medium in weight with lingering cracked pepper and juicy berries along with crunchy acidity and chalky, savory tannins. Christina Pickard

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About The Scores

*Products deemed unacceptable (receving a rating below 80 points) are not reviewed.

98-100

Classic
The Pinnacle of quality

94-97

Superb
A great achievement

90-93

Excellent
Highly recommended

87-89

Very Good
Often good value; well recommended

83-86

Good
Suitable for everyday consumption, often good value

80-82

Acceptable
Can be employed


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