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2001 Torbreck The Factor Syrah
Syrah: 750ml
$109.99
about this wine:
This wine is composed entirely of shiraz, harvested from the oldest, most revered vineyards in the Barossa Valley. All parcels are vinified separately. Fermentation takes place in small open cats and 'pumped over' twice daily. The Factor is usually bottled after 24 months.
points awarded:
ST 90 WA 9898 points,
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, October 2004
The 100% Shiraz offering, the exquisite 2001 The Factor, aged 24 months in French oak (30% new), possesses a roasted, Cote Rotie character than its Shiraz siblings. Blackberry, blueberry, espresso roast, smoke, and a roasted component are found in this intense, rich effort along with considerable structure, fabulous density, and a broad, deep, profound palate. Importer: Deborah Gray, The Australian Wine Connection, Carlsbad, CA; tel. (760) 438-5714
90 points,
Stephen Tanzer's IWC, July 2004
100% shiraz Bright medium ruby. Dark raspberry, plum, fruitcake, tar and molasses on the nose. Juicy, tightly wound and very firmly built; the dark berry and fruitcake fla vors began a bit ungiving but showed increasing sweetness in the glass. Finishes firm and quite fresh, with impressive nutty persistence.
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