Man O' War Dreadnought is a powerful, savoury, cool-climate Syrah from the coastal hillsides of Waiheke Island. Pure NZ Excellence | Waiheke Island | Cellar-Worthy Tasting Notes Dreadnought 2023 is a Syrah forged under tension. The wine is pure Waiheke: black olive, sea spray, cracked pepper and wild herbs on the nose. While the palate holds dark fruits, fine, graphite-like tannins and a line of bright maritime acidity that keeps everything taut and alive. A taut, structured, distinctly coastal Syrah built for the cellar. Why you'll love it: Cool-climate Syrah at its most savoury and precise, peppery and saline now, with the structure to reward a few years down. About Man O' War Man O' War sits on the rugged eastern end of Waiheke Island, farming the largest vineyard holding on the island across warm clay and volcanic hillside sites cooled by constant sea breezes. The estate takes its name from the 19th century ironclad warships, a nod to the Kauri masts once sourced from this coast. Fruit is hand harvested from many small parcels and made site by site, giving genuine, restaurant-quality wines that carry the maritime character of their place. Perfect with grilled lamb, peppered venison, or aged hard cheese. Its pepper and structure suit rich, savoury meats. Explore more of our Syrah and Shiraz, or call or text Laura on 021 591 500 for a personal recommendation.
