Certified by BioGro New Zealand, our Giesen Organic Syrah delivers a full-bodied, exceptional wine.
The three Giesen brothers believe legacy is vital and to that end, as a forever gift for their family they want to leave the land better than they found it.
That’s why we’re passionate about organics, as a way to improve the environment, but also delighted by the premium quality of the grapes and the rich, intense wines which organic fruit create.
This limited edition organic Syrah is from the Southern Valleys, from high-density, certified organic vineyards. Every attention is lavished upon our organic vines which are hand tended, picked and sorted.
An intriguing, elegant Syrah with violet floral on the nose, followed by layers of dark blackberries and juniper offset by earthy, smokey character framed by a dash of oak and spice.
Winemaking
Every care in the winery is taken to ensure the stunning organic fruit shines through.
Once fruit was gently de-stemmed, it was added to open top fermenters by gravity, cold soaked to allow the early development of colour and flavour prior to fermentation, delicate hand plunging of the ferments and 14 days maceration to maximise flavour.
After maceration, wine was gently pressed with free run wine aged in French oak 300L barrels for 12 months. This organic wine then benefited from 24 months maturing in the Giesen cellar allowing the development of complexity and a silken palate.
There is no wine anywhere in the world that tastes like the wine of Marlborough. Balance, purity and intense flavour set around impressive aroma, distinctive fruit and appealing balanced acidity is unrivalled.
Giesen Wines own 13 vineyards, of which 11% are certified organic with BioGro New Zealand. They have been strategically acquired throughout the highly sought after Wairau Valley and maintain strong long-term relationships with some of the Valley’s best growers. This gives us a range of grape growing conditions which ensures we consistently have the finest grapes from the region each vintage.
Giesen wines have been peeling away the layers and exploring the purity of organic flavour. Three years in the making, the Giesen Brothers have produced their first organic alternative to the traditional Marlborough sauvignon blanc. The palate has delicious fruit weight and zesty flavours and gives a taste of what nature intended, one of which nature has grown.
