Deep ruby red in the glass. Good complexity on the nose - red/black fruit, vanilla, cloves, nutmeg. Hints of bottle age. Well-knit on the palate with a great structure. Could use a bit more acidity to liven up the wine, but even without this, this can age for a few more years.
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Worth the price for sure. The name reflects something of the character of this syrah, which has a somewhat woodsy taste that is appealing after you get used to it. An inexpensive well-balanced wine that may age for another year or two but drinks nicely now.
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The wine has medium acidity. The wine finishes medium. It tastes like blackberry and medium toast. The wine looks crimson coloured. The legs are medium. There is no sediment in the bottle. The wine has round texture.
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In the glass: dark red and slightly bronze-coloured. Deep and rich Shiraz. Not fat but spicy, earthy with good tannins that do not cover the fruit body.
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Not sure this lived up to the wine mags 91 + ratings, but it was certainly good. It is not as good as the GSM blend, which is unoaked and cheaper. This wine was certainly elegant and had some depth to it - I would describe it as "luscious", but not as robust as the wine label would indicate, not as robust as many Aussie Barossa's, but I understand 2011 was an off year. We have two 2012's and am looking forward to trying those, but can not recommend the 2011 for the price.
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Quite dark berry forward, powerful, however feels a tad hot and am not overly keen on this I must admit, usually a Torbreck fan. Drinkable enough though, try again in a year or so.
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As per a previous reviewer disappointing. It is acidic with no tannins that I could find. It had been in the decanter for an hour and on first tasting it could have been mistaken for a cheap cask wine. I didn't serve it to my guests. I doubt it will redeem with age.
Nice red color and semi transparent, and fruity nose - but non-specific fruit. The taste was lighter than I was expecting based on other reviews. I prefer Molly Dooker Boxer at this price point - but both are well made and pleasant to drink.
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Plum, dark berries and earthy tones in a full bodied wine at a very solid QPR ($16). Nose seemed a little shut down, but rich flavors when tasted kept improving over 2 days.
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Nose: Hints of fruit Color: High-violet Body: Full Acids: Medium Tannins: Medium-high Balance: Alcohol and sugar too dominating, otherwise well balanced Finish: Medium length, simple. Overall: Fruity wine without any hints of complexity. A bit boring and disappointing considering the price ($40). Will not buy again since similar wines are priced $20.
Already a well drinking red with lots of mocha and creamy coffee flavors accompanied by green bell peppers and pine tree, this somehow isn't working for my taste. Personally, it's about 86 points for the price tag of $17.
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- Crimsom color and aromas of black currant, blackberry and oak. It's overly tannic and has flavours of black currant, cherry, cloves, pepper and oak with a medium body. Satin-Like texture with a long finish.
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This is awful. I'm not sure why Torbreck would even release this. It's vile, tastes of jubes, prunes and rubber; ie. tastes like a cheap nasty wine. Soft non descript tannins with no structure to speak of. What a mess. I opened this last night and had half a glass and left it overnight to see if it improved. It didn't.
It's always unfair when you taste an entry level wine alongside its big brothers. It always tastes thin and lacking in concentration. This is no different. It's a reasonable Barossa shiraz with the usual black fruit characteristic. Being a 2011 red from SA it does have the characteristic black pepper high notes, but much more subtle and complimentory than many of its peers. Competition at this pricepoint is extremely strong. Personally, I would look elsewhere.
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6/7/2019 - grapenomad wrote: 92 Points
Deep ruby red in the glass. Good complexity on the nose - red/black fruit, vanilla, cloves, nutmeg. Hints of bottle age. Well-knit on the palate with a great structure. Could use a bit more acidity to liven up the wine, but even without this, this can age for a few more years.
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6/5/2016 - Yaozi wrote: 88 Points
Worth the price for sure. The name reflects something of the character of this syrah, which has a somewhat woodsy taste that is appealing after you get used to it. An inexpensive well-balanced wine that may age for another year or two but drinks nicely now.
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1/3/2016 - lemorris9 wrote:
The wine has medium acidity. The wine finishes medium. It tastes like blackberry and medium toast. The wine looks crimson coloured. The legs are medium. There is no sediment in the bottle. The wine has round texture.
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11/4/2015 - winesearcher wrote: 93 Points
In the glass: dark red and slightly bronze-coloured.
Deep and rich Shiraz. Not fat but spicy, earthy with good tannins that do not cover the fruit body.
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9/4/2015 - Z1nnfull Likes this wine: 89 Points
Not sure this lived up to the wine mags 91 + ratings, but it was certainly good. It is not as good as the GSM blend, which is unoaked and cheaper. This wine was certainly elegant and had some depth to it - I would describe it as "luscious", but not as robust as the wine label would indicate, not as robust as many Aussie Barossa's, but I understand 2011 was an off year. We have two 2012's and am looking forward to trying those, but can not recommend the 2011 for the price.
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6/21/2015 - red.red.vino wrote: 85 Points
Quite dark berry forward, powerful, however feels a tad hot and am not overly keen on this I must admit, usually a Torbreck fan. Drinkable enough though, try again in a year or so.
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12/23/2014 - jackaroo Likes this wine:
Last bottle from a case. Fine and successful effort from a difficult year, a wine made to please and enjoy. 90+
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5/3/2014 - HughK Does not like this wine: 80 Points
As per a previous reviewer disappointing. It is acidic with no tannins that I could find. It had been in the decanter for an hour and on first tasting it could have been mistaken for a cheap cask wine. I didn't serve it to my guests. I doubt it will redeem with age.
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4/15/2014 - safetyengineer wrote: 88 Points
Nice red color and semi transparent, and fruity nose - but non-specific fruit. The taste was lighter than I was expecting based on other reviews. I prefer Molly Dooker Boxer at this price point - but both are well made and pleasant to drink.
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4/5/2014 - roger8679 wrote:
88 - good. Medium body.
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3/16/2014 - danielbleier Likes this wine: 88 Points
consistent with notes of 2/18/2014
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2/18/2014 - danielbleier Likes this wine: 88 Points
Plum, dark berries and earthy tones in a full bodied wine at a very solid QPR ($16). Nose seemed a little shut down, but rich flavors when tasted kept improving over 2 days.
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12/27/2013 - Nint wrote: 82 Points
Disappointingly acidic & lacking in tannin. May improve with age,,,
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11/21/2013 - sortiarius wrote: 86 Points
Nose: Hints of fruit
Color: High-violet
Body: Full
Acids: Medium
Tannins: Medium-high
Balance: Alcohol and sugar too dominating, otherwise well balanced
Finish: Medium length, simple.
Overall: Fruity wine without any hints of complexity. A bit boring and disappointing considering the price ($40). Will not buy again since similar wines are priced $20.
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9/2/2013 - bbcc66 Likes this wine: 88 Points
Fruity, enjoyable bottle. Good value.
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5/18/2013 - Number51 wrote:
Already a well drinking red with lots of mocha and creamy coffee flavors accompanied by green bell peppers and pine tree, this somehow isn't working for my taste. Personally, it's about 86 points for the price tag of $17.
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5/5/2013 - MSheargold wrote: 90 Points
- Crimsom color and aromas of black currant, blackberry and oak. It's overly tannic and has flavours of black currant, cherry, cloves, pepper and oak with a medium body. Satin-Like texture with a long finish.
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4/15/2013 - jackaroo Likes this wine: 90 Points
Decanted for an hour. Well structured and a darn good value. 90+
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4/1/2013 - stantheman Likes this wine: 91 Points
Fruity and smooth on the palette. Delicious for every day.
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3/13/2013 - pkatz Likes this wine: 90 Points
While unmistakeably Australian, this wine at least shows some elements of its French cousin. Lots of pepper. Excellent value.
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2/7/2013 - mau wrote: 89 Points
Thick, lovely on the nose as well as in the mouth. Clearly a little brother to the Struie, in a good way
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11/30/2012 - mrporcelain Does not like this wine: 70 Points
This is awful. I'm not sure why Torbreck would even release this. It's vile, tastes of jubes, prunes and rubber; ie. tastes like a cheap nasty wine. Soft non descript tannins with no structure to speak of. What a mess. I opened this last night and had half a glass and left it overnight to see if it improved. It didn't.
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11/24/2012 - startinoz wrote: 89 Points
It's always unfair when you taste an entry level wine alongside its big brothers. It always tastes thin and lacking in concentration. This is no different. It's a reasonable Barossa shiraz with the usual black fruit characteristic. Being a 2011 red from SA it does have the characteristic black pepper high notes, but much more subtle and complimentory than many of its peers. Competition at this pricepoint is extremely strong. Personally, I would look elsewhere.
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11/11/2012 - G_H wrote: 81 Points
Tasting at Torbreck (Torbreck Winery): Candy, light ...
I don't really know what else to say...
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