Avondale

Samsara Syrah

9.020 ratings
9.01 pro ratings
Paarl, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa
Syrah
Lamb
Top Notes For
Eric Hoepelman

Powerfull,with inky impression. Tannines are getting softer 😋

Powerfull,with inky impression. Tannines are getting softer 😋

Jan 29th, 2026
Jess

Deep ruby color.
Aromas of stewed black cherry, vanilla, sweet spice, cocoa, espresso.
Dry. Flavors of ripe black cherry, licorice, cocoa, vanilla, espresso, leather. Medium-rich, chewy tannins. So rich & delicious!

Intensity: 5/5
Complexity: 3/5
Balance: 5/5
Finish: 4/5

Deep ruby color.
Aromas of stewed black cherry, vanilla, sweet spice, cocoa, espresso.
Dry. Flavors of ripe black cherry, licorice, cocoa, vanilla, espresso, leather. Medium-rich, chewy tannins. So rich & delicious!

Intensity: 5/5
Complexity: 3/5
Balance: 5/5
Finish: 4/5

Jan 3rd, 2024
Paul H
8.7

I am not overly familiar with South African wines. This has a light vibrant nose, which gets followed up by cherries and some plum primary notes with spicy finish. It is a good bottle for movie night.

I am not overly familiar with South African wines. This has a light vibrant nose, which gets followed up by cherries and some plum primary notes with spicy finish. It is a good bottle for movie night.

May 16th, 2018
Mr Mac
9.1

Sedimentary funk.

Sedimentary funk.

Feb 25th, 2015
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Jul 16th, 2024
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May 24th, 2025
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Jul 16th, 2024
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