- 100% Syrah
- A single vineyard planted into the Bokkeveld shale soils of the Witzenberg mountain range, atop the Ceres Plateau.
- Ceres Plateau is one of South Africa’s most elevated growing regions, and this site sits at over 1000 MASL. This is the last Syrah block that is hand harvested.
- 60% fermented as whole clusters in tulip-shaped concrete fermenters using a submerged-cap technique, helping to soften the wine’s structure
- Aged in 2000L Austrian foudre for 11 months
- Bottled without fining
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2024
Country:
South Africa
Region:
Western Cape
Appellation:
Ceres
Variety:
Syrah
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Sustainable
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | ZA-DAM-32-24 | 6/750ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
Vinous
Score
94
Date
2025-10-02
"The 2024 Syrah Ceres Plateau comes from Bokkeveld shale soils with 60% whole cluster and matured for 11 months in 2,000-litre Austrian oak. This has a lifted and expressive bouquet with white pepper and clove infusing the black fruit, a little Cornas-like in style. There is a "coolness" about these aromatics. The palate is very pure with a slightly grainy texture, black fruit again laced with graphite and white pepper notes. Reserved, linear and focused, this is a Syrah that is calling out to be matched with food on the dinner table. Very precise and persistent on the finish. Excellent."
Wine Advocate
Score
94
Date
2026-02-26
"Made with 60% whole-cluster fruit, the Damascene Vineyards 2024 Ceres Plateau Syrah is a finely judged expression of cool-climate Syrah, showing ripe yet controlled black fruit framed by pronounced pepper and spice. Fleshed out and immediately appealing, the palate balances depth with freshness, delivering purity and varietal clarity. Grown on the high, windswept Ceres Plateau, the vineyard,s elevation and cold nights slow ripening and preserve aromatic intensity, giving the wine its lift and precision. A total of 3,639 bottles were produced."
James Suckling
Score
93
Date
2025-08-25
"Aromas of sage and dried flowers mingle with cracked pepper and blackberries. It,s medium-bodied, fresh and peppery, with tight-grained tannins and a compact, lively finish. Drink or hold."