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Torbreck Shiraz The Factor(2005)
- Winery:
- Torbreck
- Varietal:
- Syrah
- Region:
- Australia > South Australia > Barossa
- Type:
- Red Wine
- User Tags:
- red grape, syrah, spicy, fruity, berry, bramble fruits, purple, blackberry, voluptuous, mineral
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April 2008
- The 2005 The Factor is 100% Shiraz sourced from dry grown vines from six sub-regions of Barossa. It spent 24 months in 30% new French oak. Opaque purple-colored, it delivers an expressive bouquet of pepper, smoke, espresso roast, blackberry, blueberry, and licorice. Full-bodied and voluptuous on the palate, nuances of saddle leather and mineral emerge to complement the layers of spicy blue and black fruits. The wine is beautifully integrated with enough well-concealed tannin to keep this wine evolving for a decade. The pure finish lingers for 60+ seconds to complete the experience of a totally read more...
- Wine Advocate
- 10/07
- 97/100
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January 2008
- Wine Spectator
- 92-94
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November 2007
- September 2008
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No written review
