Sami-Odi Hoffmann Dallwitz Syrah 2024

Intensity, heritage vines and remarkable finesse define this cult Barossa Valley Syrah from the tiny Sami-Odi label. The 2024 Sami-Odi Hoffmann Dallwitz Syrah is drawn from the oldest sections of the Hoffmann family vineyard in Ebenezer, with own-rooted vines planted as early as 1888 and 1912, complemented by material from a 1927 block. These ancient plantings grow in deep red Barossa soils and yield very small crops, creating natural concentration without heaviness.

Winemaker Fraser McKinley follows a meticulous, low-intervention approach, harvesting by hand and fermenting with whole bunches and indigenous yeasts to capture the personality of the site. Long macerations and gentle basket pressing build structure while preserving aromatic lift. The wine matures primarily in seasoned French oak barrels so the vineyard character remains the focus rather than overt oak flavour. The 2024 vintage shows both depth and energy, combining dark fruit richness with floral perfume and spice. Despite its density, the wine remains poised, supported by fine tannins and natural acidity rather than extraction. With time in the glass, savoury, earthy and mineral layers emerge. It is compelling in youth with decanting but is fundamentally built for long cellaring, evolving for fifteen years or more.