2023 Bicknell FC Syrah | Single Vineyard Yarra Valley Syrah

🏆 95 Point Syrah | Pinot Noir Elegance Meets Rhône Character

A stunning expression of the Yarra Valley's ability to produce Syrah with fragrance, finesse and remarkable complexity

One of the best-value premium Syrahs you'll find anywhere in Australia

95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion

Yarra Valley, VIC
RRP $45 a bottle

Perfumed • Elegant • Cool-Climate Excellence

The renaissance of Australian Syrah is being led by wines just like this.

The 2023 Bicknell FC Syrah is a stunning expression of the Yarra Valley's ability to produce Syrah with fragrance, finesse and remarkable complexity. Rather than relying on sheer power, this wine showcases purity of fruit, savoury spice and silky texture—hallmarks of the world's finest cool-climate Syrahs.

Crafted by David Bicknell, one of Australia's most respected winemakers, this is a wine that demonstrates just how exciting modern Australian Syrah has become.

At $45, it is one of the best-value premium Syrahs you'll find anywhere in Australia.

Tasting Notes

Expect a beautifully perfumed cool-climate Syrah with:

• Blackberry and dark cherry
• Blueberry and black plum
• Cracked black pepper and star anise
• Violet, olive tapenade and dried herbs
• Fine, silky tannins with vibrant natural acidity

The palate is medium-bodied, vibrant and wonderfully composed, combining juicy dark fruits with savoury spice and mineral freshness. Elegant tannins and bright acidity carry the wine through to a long, refined finish that is both powerful and effortlessly drinkable.

Critical Acclaim

• 95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion

About the Wine

The Bicknell FC range reflects David Bicknell's philosophy of crafting wines that express vineyard, climate and variety with absolute clarity. The cool climate of the Yarra Valley provides ideal conditions for Syrah, producing wines with exceptional perfume, freshness and balance rather than excessive weight.

Thoughtful vineyard management, gentle extraction and restrained maturation in French oak ensure the fruit remains the focus, resulting in a Syrah that is elegant in its youth while offering excellent ageing potential.

The Yarra Valley contributes:

• Lifted floral aromatics
• Vibrant natural acidity
• Fine, refined tannins
• Exceptional elegance and balance
• Outstanding cellaring potential

Food Pairings

Perfect with:

• Chargrilled lamb cutlets
• Roast duck
• Beef fillet with pepper sauce
• Slow-cooked venison
• Aged cheddar or Manchego

Why We Love It

David Bicknell has built a reputation for producing some of Australia's most refined cool-climate wines, and this Syrah is another outstanding example of his talent.

The 2023 Bicknell FC Syrah is fragrant, energetic and beautifully detailed, offering everything we love about cool-climate Syrah—vibrant fruit, peppery spice, silky tannins and effortless drinkability. Its 95-point Halliday Wine Companion rating confirms what you'll discover in the glass: this is a seriously impressive wine.

At $45, it delivers the quality of wines often twice the price and is one of the standout value Syrahs in Australia today.

👉 Produced in tiny quantities and the only Bicknell FC wine from the 2023 vintage, this exceptional Syrah is incredibly limited. Secure your bottles today.