The 2008 Dreadnought opens up to aromas of white pepper, star anise and blueberries with hints of wild game and a subtle floral fragrance. The palate has a mineral vibrancy which holds the firm ripe tannins in check. Overall the Dreadnought 2008 has layers of complex characters that unfold as the wine opens up in the glass revealing subtle hints of spice and game, a rich supple palate with the graphite-like tannins typical of 2008 Syrah from Waiheke Island.

Approachable Now, but will cellar well to 2015+.

2008 Vintage

• 91 POINTS, Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate, Neal Martin, Sept 09
• 94 POINTS, BOB CAMPBELL MW, February 2010
• Gold, Decanter International Wine Awards, London, 2010
• Gold, International Wine Challenge, London, 2010
• 5 Stars, Jamie Goode, Decanter, August 2010