- Robert Parker (RP) points 96
- Vinous points
Torbreck - The Struie - Shiraz
Vintage
2021
Price
€51.60 ex. VAT
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Tasting notes
The 2021 The Struie is 100% Shiraz from both the Barossa (57%) and the Eden Valley (43%), and it matured for 18 months in French oak (20% new). The proportion of Eden Valley inclusion is usually around 25%, but in 2019, it was down to 10% due to the very low yields. So, this 2021 Struie is blue-fruited on the nose, with blueberry, licorice, black tea, crushed rocks, summer raspberry, layers of campfire embers and clove. It might be that in many of the tasting notes from 2021, that the wines outperform previous vintages. This is because the cool season was long, so great ripeness was achieved, without the stress or impact of heat events and disease. It's a lovely, lovely year that has made wines with freshness and intensity. The tannins through the finish here are savory and fine and black.
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Provenance
- Type
- Red
- Producer
- Torbreck
- Country
- Australia
- Appellation
- Barossa Valley
- Region
- South Australia
Technical
- Vintage
- 2021
- Grapes
- Shiraz
- ABV
- 15%
- Size
- 75cl
- Ageing
- Serving
- 16° - 18° C
- Drinking window
- 2023 - 2043
Food pairings
Key characteristics
About this wine
Torbreck - The Struie - Shiraz
Torbreck is a renowned winery in the Barossa Valley, Australia, known for producing exceptional wines that showcase the region's unique terroir. The Struie Shiraz is one of their flagship wines, made from grapes sourced from both the Barossa and Eden Valleys.
The Struie Shiraz is a full-bodied wine with a deep ruby colour and intense aromas of blackberry, plum, and spice. On the palate, it is rich and complex, with flavours of dark fruit, chocolate, and a hint of vanilla. The tannins are firm but well-integrated, giving the wine a long and satisfying finish.
The history of Torbreck dates back to the mid-1990s when founder David Powell started making wine in a shed on his family's vineyard. Today, Torbreck is recognised as one of Australia's leading wineries, with a focus on producing premium Shiraz and Rhone-style blends.
The Struie Shiraz is a wine that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with hearty dishes such as grilled meats, stews, or strong cheeses. It is best served at room temperature and can be cellared for up to 10 years to allow the flavours to develop further.
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Producer
Torbreck
Torbreck is a wine producer based in the Barossa Valley of South Australia, specializing in red wines made primarily from Rhône grape varieties. The winery focuses on Shiraz-based wines, often incorporating traditional Rhône…
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Region
South Australia
South Australia produces approximately half of the nation's wine and encompasses several of the country's most significant wine regions. Located in the southern portion of the continent, the state stretches from the cooler…
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Appellation
Barossa Valley
The Barossa Valley is located in South Australia, approximately 60 kilometers northeast of Adelaide. Established as a wine region in the 1840s by German and English settlers, it encompasses roughly 25,000 hectares of vineyard…
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