The Steading definitely won most interesting wine of the night. It is a GSM blend, in fashion of Chateauneuf-du-pape. Oldest wine on the tasting list, from 2012, and it had a gorgeous brick red, slightly opaque color. Boy did this have a fantastic fragrance - strawberry, cranberry, saddle leather, decayed violets, pipe tobacco, dried eucalyptus leaf, and soy. If the nose wasn't the most enticing thing about the wine, it was equally matched on the pallet which was lush, elegant, and dainty compared to the sort of brash character of most of Torbreck's wines - red plum, bruised red apple, duck fat, braised and charred meat, luxardo cherry, dried rosemary, dried sage, graphite, hickory charcoal, and a juicy, lingering finish. What an absolute treat.. it is on its 5th year of age, but sadly it may only really have 3-5 more years of plateau to enjoy. Not meant for extensive age, but surely amazing value from Torbreck; not all wines are meant to be aged long!
The Steading definitely won most interesting wine of the night. It is a GSM blend, in fashion of Chateauneuf-du-pape. Oldest wine on the tasting list, from 2012, and it had a gorgeous brick red, slightly opaque color. Boy did this have a fantastic fragrance - strawberry, cranberry, saddle leather, decayed violets, pipe tobacco, dried eucalyptus leaf, and soy. If the nose wasn't the most enticing thing about the wine, it was equally matched on the pallet which was lush, elegant, and dainty compared to the sort of brash character of most of Torbreck's wines - red plum, bruised red apple, duck fat, braised and charred meat, luxardo cherry, dried rosemary, dried sage, graphite, hickory charcoal, and a juicy, lingering finish. What an absolute treat.. it is on its 5th year of age, but sadly it may only really have 3-5 more years of plateau to enjoy. Not meant for extensive age, but surely amazing value from Torbreck; not all wines are meant to be aged long!
Jan 19th, 2018
A tip of the hat the Southern Rhone. A touch of lifted florals to begin with some dark cherry, dried fruits, slight mescal undertones with some smart oak work playing second fiddle to the fruit.
A tip of the hat the Southern Rhone. A touch of lifted florals to begin with some dark cherry, dried fruits, slight mescal undertones with some smart oak work playing second fiddle to the fruit.
Sep 2nd, 2016
Candy like, grenache shines through. A bit excessive but enjoyed it quite a lot. Intelligent use of oak
Candy like, grenache shines through. A bit excessive but enjoyed it quite a lot. Intelligent use of oak
Jul 7th, 2016
V12. Very nice wine. Soft char nose. Creamy, rich, juicy black cherry, black berry and currant fruits. Dry, black pepper and earth finish. Very well balanced.
V12. Very nice wine. Soft char nose. Creamy, rich, juicy black cherry, black berry and currant fruits. Dry, black pepper and earth finish. Very well balanced.
Mar 29th, 2018
This blend is characterized by deep bramble notes, leather, light tar, and black earth. I found it a bit harsh to drink on its own, doing better with food. Unfortunately, I paired this with burger and tots...it should have been with steak or a strong Italian dish. Anyway, its a fine wine that's worth your time.
This blend is characterized by deep bramble notes, leather, light tar, and black earth. I found it a bit harsh to drink on its own, doing better with food. Unfortunately, I paired this with burger and tots...it should have been with steak or a strong Italian dish. Anyway, its a fine wine that's worth your time.
Oct 7th, 2016
Barossa Valley, Barossa, South Australia, Australia
