{"title":"Syrahmi | Heathcote","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Palatino, Palatino Linotype, Palatino LT STD, Book Antiqua, Georgia, serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Palatino, Palatino Linotype, Palatino LT STD, Book Antiqua, Georgia, serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/younggunofwine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Syrahmi-Home-Block-Vineyard.jpg\" class=\"sFlh5c FyHeAf iPVvYb\" alt=\"Syrahmi Home Block Vineyard, Heathcote - Young Gun of Wine\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Palatino, Palatino Linotype, Palatino LT STD, Book Antiqua, Georgia, serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Palatino, Palatino Linotype, Palatino LT STD, Book Antiqua, Georgia, serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdam Foster | Syrahmi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Palatino, 'Palatino Linotype', 'Palatino LT STD', 'Book Antiqua', Georgia, serif; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdam’s journey into wine wasn’t a straight line—it began in fine kitchens. He started as a chef, completing his apprenticeship and working in top restaurants across Victoria and London. But it was what was being poured, not plated, that ultimately pulled him in. A growing fascination with wine—particularly the classic reds of the Rhône Valley—led him out of the kitchen and into the vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2002, Adam left hospitality and immersed himself in winemaking. He trained under some of the most respected names in both Australia and France, including Torbreck, Chapoutier, Domaine Ogier, Heathcote Winery, and Jasper Hill. With these foundations, and a strong instinct for flavour and texture, Adam launched \u003cstrong\u003eSyrahmi\u003c\/strong\u003e in 2004. His first release—a single-vineyard Heathcote Shiraz—was jokingly named \u003cem\u003eL’Imposteur\u003c\/em\u003e by his French mentors, but it quickly signalled the arrival of a serious new voice in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name Syrahmi itself is a blend of “Syrah” and “ami” (French for ‘friend’)—a nod to the old world inspiration and the collaborative, respectful nature of Adam’s winemaking approach. His focus has always been on \u003cstrong\u003eexpressing vineyard and vintage above all else\u003c\/strong\u003e, with minimal intervention in the cellar and a genuine commitment to letting the fruit speak for itself. That philosophy extends to sourcing from exceptional single vineyard sites across Heathcote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo of the key vineyard sites in Adam’s current lineup include the \u003cstrong\u003eWilloughby Bridge Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e in Colbinabbin and the \u003cstrong\u003eMount Camel Range Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e, known for its ancient Cambrian soils and dry-grown vines. These sites produce fruit with natural power, but Adam’s style keeps things finely tuned—favouring elegance, structure, and a distinct sense of place over sheer weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the winery, Adam works with wild ferments, whole bunches, gentle extraction techniques, and French oak for ageing—tools that allow him to shape wines with complexity and finesse, without ever overshadowing the vineyard. His wines are known for their inky colour, layered fruit, lifted aromatics, and savoury texture—always with the kind of freshness and balance that gives them real longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow based in \u003cstrong\u003eTooborac\u003c\/strong\u003e, Adam and his family are also developing their own vineyard on granite soils at the southern edge of the Heathcote GI. It’s a long-term vision grounded in farming and community—a place where wine, food, and lifestyle all converge. When he’s not in the winery or tending vines, Adam is likely making salami, digging into regional produce, or enjoying time with his young family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSyrahmi is not a large operation, and that’s the point. Each release is small, precise, and expressive—a true reflection of site, season, and the quiet confidence of a winemaker who knows exactly what he wants to say in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"demi-by-syrahmi-heathcote-vic-2022-750ml","title":"‘Demi’ By Syrahmi - Heathcote, Vic 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Demi by Syrahmi is a blend of three vineyards from the Heathcote region. Kennedy’s, Carl Brown, \u0026amp; Humis all make up the blend with a typical high percentage of whole bunch (+70%). Wild yeast fermentation and malolactic fermentation. Open fermenter, foot \u0026amp; hand plunging with minimal pump overs. 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The palate delivers fresh cherry and wild raspberry flavors, fresh thyme, and classic Heathcote earthy notes, balancing immediate drinkability with great aging potential. A smart, elegant Grenache with both charm and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WBW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42371038937206,"sku":null,"price":44.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/0501\/1062\/files\/Syrahmi_Grenache_-_Heathcote_Vic_2023.jpg?v=1753757152"},{"product_id":"syrahmi-grenache-blanc-heathcote-vic-2024","title":"Syrahmi Grenache Blanc- Heathcote, Vic 2024","description":"","brand":"WBW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44059534557302,"sku":null,"price":44.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}]}],"url":"https:\/\/huntershillwineroom.com.au\/collections\/syrahmi-heatchote.oembed","provider":"Hunters Hill Wine Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}