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Documented method
- Bottle 1Vacuum distillation
- Bottle 2Spinning cone
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Sweetness
1AndreinaDry
2Thomson & ScottNot yet tasted
Body
1AndreinaNot assessed
2Thomson & ScottNot yet tasted
Acidity
1AndreinaBright acidity
2Thomson & ScottNot yet tasted
| Field | ||
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| Taste | ||
| Record Differs | Tasted | Research record |
| Score Differs | 84/100 |
Research record |
| Verdict | A dry, savory Syrah with firm tannin, bright acidity and a persistent herbal finish. Lighter than conventional Syrah, but distinctly wine-like rather than sw… | Research record |
| Flavor Differs | Red currant, Blackberry, Cherry, Rosemary, Thyme, Pepper | Research record |
| Sweetness Differs | Dry | Research record |
| Body Differs | — | Research record |
| Acidity Differs | Bright acidity | Research record |
| Likeness | Recognizably red wine in its acidity, tannin and herbal character; lighter in body than a conventional Syrah. | Research record |
| Alcohol & production | ||
| Method Differs | Vacuum distillation | Spinning cone |
| Product facts | ||
| Origin | Cortona, Tuscany, Italy | Darling, South Africa |
| Evidence | ||
| Sources | 6 sources | 5 sources |
| Last verified | 2026-10-03 | 2026-10-20 |