Torbreck Woodcutters Shiraz is a remarkably distinctive Aussie red wine originated from Barossa Valley in South Australia. Displaying a truly rich, full-bodied texture, it's brimming with ripe blackberry and plum flavours, blended perfectly with undertones of tangy spice and dark chocolate. The combination of European oak maturation and Australian Shiraz grape gives Woodcutters its signature velvety finish. Bestowing an exquisite experience to the palate, it pairs beautifully with robust meat dishes. Offering exceptional quality at an approachable price, Torbreck Woodcutters Shiraz presents a flavourful journey into Australian winemaking excellence.

Tasting Notes

Full of freshness and bright youthful fruits, the 2019 vintage brings an opulence and class to the wines. Aromatic plum and raspberries with freshness and balance, the wine has a round central core of red fruit that gives way to a complex mid-palate full of cassis, dark cherry, spice and vanilla. While offering immense pleasure in its youth, the 2018 Woodcutter’s - Shiraz will certainly develop into an impressive wine with a few more years in the cellar. A fantastic introduction to the Torbreck range.

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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