[SOLD-OUT] Torbreck Run Rig Shiraz 2016

Wine Advocate 100 Points!

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"I recently tasted through this lineup of wines and came away believing that the wines have never been better. That’s not to slight any of his predecessors, just that with Ian Hongell's fresh perspective, additional investments in renovating and developing vineyards (viticulturist Nigel Blieschke deserves a lot of that credit) and a renewed commitment to excellence, even the inexpensive cuvées are looking impressive. 

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A blend of 98% Shiraz and 2% Viognier made just prior to bottling, the 2016 RunRig is a complete masterpiece. It kicks off with elegant notes of pencil shavings accenting blueberries and blackberries on the nose, then shows incredible, palate-staining intensity of fruit in the mouth. It’s full-bodied, plush and velvety without being unstructured and manages to be fruit-forward yet savory on the long-lasting finish, where it picks up hints of mocha and black olives. This should be drinkable with pleasure throughout its entire two decade life (it may live longer from cold cellars or in larger formats), but if I were lucky enough to have a bottle or two, I’d try the first one about 10 years out."

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- Joe Czerwinski, The Wine Advocate

 

 

  Vegan-friendly  

Country:

Australia

Region:

SA- Barossa Valley

Variety:

Wine Red - Shiraz

Size:

750mL