Torbreck The Gask is an Australian wine hailing from the Eden Valley region. It showcases old vine Shiraz from the elevated hillside vineyard. Imbued with an intense dark hue, this wine reveals a bouquet of black fruit, mocha, and oak nuances. The full-bodied palate mirrors these flavours, impeccably balanced with a rich, silky texture and robust, velvety tannins. A vibrant acidity provides lasting freshness, while a lingering finish rounds off this red's charming character. Torbreck The Gask is definitely one to savour, pairing exquisitely with hearty dishes, enhancing an evening of fine dining.

Tasting Notes

Violet and aubergines with a garnet rim. Very fragrant lifted aromatic of blue and red fruits such as mulberry, cassis, blueberry and cranberry. The secondary aromas intertwine the fruit freshness with earthy like complexity such as granite, eucalypt, camphor and sandalwood. The palates fine-grained tannins and primary fruit are well balanced with an elongated tension and taut posture that gives a confidence to cellar for added complexity and harmony. Drink or hold for 15 years. Ready from 2024. Serve at 16C with spicy Mexican or Texas BBQ.

About the Winery

Torbreck winery, nestled on the slopes of the Barossa Valley in South Australia, is renowned for its unique blending of old-world viticulture and innovative winemaking techniques. Established in 1994 with meagre resources but abundant zeal, the estate rapidly gained a reputation for producing a delectable spectrum of wines that embody the spirit of Australia and rejoice in its distinctive terroir.

Borrowing its moniker from a forest in Scotland where the founder, Dave Powell, once worked as a lumberjack, Torbreck epitomises resilience, evolution and passion. The painstakingly nurtured vineyards of Torbreck are home to some of the oldest vines on the planet. These antique, dry-grown vines yield fruit of incredible concentration and complexity, a trait that truly sets Torbreck apart

Since its inception, Torbreck's mission has remained unwavering: to produce world class wines from classic Barossa Valley grape varieties such as Shiraz Grenache and Mataro. From the plush, easy-drinking Cuvee Juveniles to the ageworthy magnificence of RunRig, this is a winery whose offerings span the pendulum of style and structure.

The commitment to quality at Torbreck is unswerving and the earth-to-glass philosophy that percolates through every corner of the winery; from vineyards maintained using traditional hand-pruning methods to the minimal intervention in the winemaking process, is testament to this.

One visit to this hallowed estate is enough to ignite a lifelong love affair with its wines. As you soak in the breathtaking panorama of the valley, while sipping on some of the world’s most prestigious expressions of Shiraz, it's nigh on impossible not to fall under the spell of Torbreck.

In conclusion, the story of Torbreck winery is a thrilling saga of dreams and desire and, a testament to the power of exceptional wine to nurture community, bridge cultures, and inspire the connoisseurs throughout the world.

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