Ash Ridge winemaker Lauren Swift is excited about the Syrah vintage. "We've been picking the fruit today and it's just looking stunning. I think everyone has got some pretty beautiful Merlot as well. The Cabernet Sauvignon is a bit of a wait and see - but our main focus at Ashridge is Syrah."
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