Torbreck The Steading is a premium wine produced by Torbreck Vintners, a renowned winery in the Barossa Valley of Australia. The wine is made from a blend of Grenache, Shiraz, and Mataro(Mourvedre) grapes, sourced from old vines grown in the Barossa Valley. The vineyards are characterized by their low-yielding vines, which produce grapes with intense flavors and aromas. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including open fermentation and aging in oak barrels. The resulting wine is a full-bodied, complex red with notes of dark fruit, spice, and earthy undertones. The Steading is a perfect representation of the Barossa Valley's unique terroir and winemaking traditions.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Torbreck The Steading is a gorgeously structured red wine from the Barossa Valley in Australia.A blend of Grenache, Shiraz, and Mourvedre, this full-bodied wine is brimming with ripe berry and savory spice aromas, as well as bold flavors of black cherry, savory herbs, and white pepper. The tannins are firm and balanced, leading to a long, persistent finish.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2057
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Very high
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Torbreck
Region: Barossa Valley
Australia's Barossa Valley is one of the world's most iconic wine regions, located in the state of South Australia. It is renowned for its full-bodied red wines, particularly Shiraz, and is home to some of the oldest and most respected wineries in the country.
The Barossa Valley has a long and storied history in the wine industry. It was first settled by German immigrants in the 1840s, who brought with them their winemaking traditions and expertise. Since then, the region has become one of Australia's most important wine regions, producing some of the country's most iconic wines.