2002 Torbreck The Struie Syrah
Reviews of 2002 Torbreck The Struie Syrah
95 points, Robert Parker, Wine Advocate
October 2004
One of Torbreck’s newest offerings is the 2002 The Struie, a 100% Shiraz cuvee from the cooler climate, high altitude vineyards of Eden Valley blended with fruit from Barossa, which provides more power and intensity. This structured effort reveals a French-tasting profile, but with the noteworthy ripeness found in a great Barossa vintage. A blend of 40-year-old Eden Valley Shiraz vines and 80-year-old Barossa Shiraz, the 2002 was aged 18 months in a combination of French oak (80% old and 20% new). Its dense ruby/purple color is accompanied by a big, rich perfume of white chocolate intermixed with loamy soil, black cherry, blackberry, pepper, and currant aromas. Intense and medium to full-bodied yet elegant, it should drink well for 10-15 years.
91 points, Stephen Tanzer
July 2004
...Open-knit aromas of cassis, liquid smoke, violet and gunflint; very syrah. Superrich and chewy, with complex, expressive flavors of black and white pepper, game and truffle. Finishes long and lush, with sweet tannins and lingering notes of mocha and woodsmoke.
94 points, Wine Spectator
January 2004
Ripe, round and decadent, plush in texture, oozing with tarry, chocolaty plum and black cherry flavors that linger beautifully. Picks up all kinds of spicy notes as the finish goes on and on. Should only get deeper with age. Drink now through 2020. 2,500 cases made. (HS)
About 2002 Torbreck The Struie Syrah
About the Winery Torbreck
Low yielding, old and dry grown Barossa Valley vineyards are the cornerstone of
Torbreck Vintners where traditional, manual winemaking methods and minimal
intervention are combined to produce a variety of wines each year.
About the Wine
"Named after a hill that rises above the Glenmorangie distillery...sources fruit from the high altitudes of Eden Valley imparting delicate spice, white pepper and fruit characters. While the Barossa component displays a richer, deeper, more brooding flavour and intensity. The combined structure will reward extended cellaring... blend of Shiraz from the Eden and Barossa Valleys... "
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