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Torbreck Vintners

An Australian wine house from the Barossa Valley, built on some of the world's oldest Shiraz vines. Torbreck was founded in 1994 by David Powell, a larger-than-life character later named Winemaker of the Year by The Wine Advocate. Physically, the winery amounts to little more than a sheep shed, two cement tanks and a primitive pump - the rest is in the bottle.

  • Bottle of Torbreck Vintners GMS red wine
    Item no.: 2222786542315-0289

    Torbreck is one of the Barossa Valley's most respected producers, known for old vines and the classic Rhône grapes - GMS is the house's tribute to exactly that combination.

    Expert's Description

    Torbreck Vintners GMS 2019 is a Red Wine from Australia made from a blend of Grenache Noir, Mataro (Mourvèdre) and Shiraz, bottled at 15% ABV.

    Torbreck was founded to honour and rejuvenate the Barossa Valley's ancient vineyards, and the house is known precisely for Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro from old, unirrigated vines. The GMS cuvée is tank-aged and shows a fresh, pure fruit character rather than heavy oak influence.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Dark blackberry, black olive and a hint of pepper and spice.

    Palate

    Full-bodied and juicy with ripe dark fruit and a firm, silky tannin structure.

    Finish

    Long with a spicy, lightly peppery close.

    Serving & Food Pairing

    Serve at 16-18°C in a Bordeaux glass. Pairs with roast leg of lamb, beef tenderloin and spiced stews.

    Specifications

    Name: GMS 2019
    Producer/Winery: Torbreck Vintners
    Region/Country: Barossa Valley, Australia
    Grape Variety(ies): Grenache Noir, Mataro, Shiraz
    Vintage: 2019
    ABV: 15%
    Size: 75 CL
    Vegan: No
    Serving Temperature: 16-18°C
    Decanting Recommended: Yes
    Glass Type: Bordeaux Glass

    Flavour Profile

    Full-bodied · Powerful · Spicy · Dark Fruit

    Did You Know?

    Torbreck's vineyards count among some of the world's oldest still-producing vines, some planted as far back as the 1800s, having escaped the phylloxera epidemic that devastated much of Europe's vineyards.

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    • 1pcs.
      25,25EUR
  • Bottle of Torbreck Vintners Juveniles red wine
    Item no.: 2222786542315-0290

    Juveniles is Torbreck's lighter, more playful take on the Barossa classic GSM blend - a wine made to be drunk young, without too much ceremony.

    Expert's Description

    Torbreck Vintners Juveniles 2017 is a Red Wine from Australia made from a blend of 61% Grenache Noir, 28% Mataro and 11% Shiraz, bottled at 15% ABV.

    Torbreck is known for honouring the Barossa Valley's old vineyards and the classic Rhône grapes. Juveniles is the house's effortless, tank-aged cuvée, where the Grenache is allowed to lead with a light, pure fruit character rather than power and weight.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Fresh strawberry, raspberry and a hint of herbs.

    Palate

    Light to medium-bodied, creamy and juicy with soft tannins.

    Finish

    Medium length and clean with a fresh berry touch.

    Serving & Food Pairing

    Serve at 14-16°C in a Bordeaux glass. Pairs with charcuterie, pizza and lighter meat dishes.

    Specifications

    Name: Juveniles 2017
    Producer/Winery: Torbreck Vintners
    Region/Country: Barossa Valley, Australia
    Grape Variety(ies): Grenache Noir 61%, Mataro 28%, Shiraz 11%
    Vintage: 2017
    ABV: 15%
    Size: 75 CL
    Vegan: No
    Serving Temperature: 14-16°C
    Decanting Recommended: No
    Glass Type: Bordeaux Glass

    Flavour Profile

    Light · Fruity · Juicy · Creamy

    Did You Know?

    The name Juveniles alludes to the wine's carefree, youthful style - unlike Torbreck's more serious flagship wines from old vines, this is a wine made to be enjoyed without ceremony.

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    • 1pcs.
      33,50EUR
  • Bottle of Torbreck Vintners Woodcutters Shiraz red wine
    Item no.: 2222786542315-0291

    Woodcutter's Shiraz is Torbreck's more approachable expression of the Barossa style - sourced from younger vineyards, but with all the richness the region is known for.

    Expert's Description

    Torbreck Vintners Woodcutters Shiraz 2020 is a Red Wine from Australia made from Shiraz, bottled at 15% ABV.

    Torbreck is one of the Barossa Valley's most respected producers, known for old vines and classic Rhône grapes. Woodcutter's Shiraz is sourced from younger vineyards than the house's flagship wines, but still shows the region's characteristic depth and richness in a more approachable, rounded style.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    Red and black berries, dried redcurrant and ripe cherry, spiced with Chinese five spice and white pepper.

    Palate

    Full-bodied with cassis, plum, spice and a hint of dark chocolate.

    Finish

    Long and soft with silky tannins and a rounded, velvety close.

    Serving & Food Pairing

    Serve at 16-18°C in a Bordeaux glass. Pairs with grilled beef, game and hard cheeses.

    Specifications

    Name: Woodcutters Shiraz 2020
    Producer/Winery: Torbreck Vintners
    Region/Country: Barossa Valley, Australia
    Grape Variety(ies): Shiraz
    Vintage: 2020
    ABV: 15%
    Size: 75 CL
    Vegan: No
    Serving Temperature: 16-18°C
    Decanting Recommended: Yes
    Glass Type: Bordeaux Glass

    Flavour Profile

    Full-bodied · Powerful · Spicy · Dark Fruit

    Did You Know?

    The name Woodcutter's Shiraz refers to the Barossa Valley's early German and English settlers, who cleared land for vineyards by hand - a tribute to the region's historical hard work.

    See our full range of Torbreck Vintners

    • 1pcs.
      33,50EUR
   

About Torbreck Vintners

Torbreck Vintners is an Australian wine house from the Barossa Valley, known for using some of the world's oldest Shiraz vines. For the newcomer, Torbreck is a solid way into Barossa's powerful Shiraz style. For the collector, the house's minimalist physical setup - a sheep shed, two cement tanks and a primitive pump - is a reminder that it's what's in the bottle, not the facilities, that earned founder David Powell the title Winemaker of the Year.

History & Background

The winery was founded in 1994 by David Powell and quickly earned international recognition for its powerful, quintessentially Barossa Shiraz wines. The name Torbreck, like many of the house's wine names, is of Scottish origin - a tribute to the country where Powell once worked, before returning home to found the winery.

Production & Style

The wines are made primarily from Shiraz grapes from old vines, some over a hundred years old, grown in the Barossa Valley's warm climate.

Signature Style

Full-Bodied, Powerful, Dark Fruit
The flavor offers a full-bodied, powerful character with clear notes of dark fruit and spice.

Facts

HouseTorbreck Vintners
Founded1994
RegionBarossa Valley
CountryAustralia
PronouncedTOR-brek
OwnerPeter Kight
Grape varietiesShiraz, Grenache, Mataro (Mourvèdre)
Official websitetorbreck.com

Did You Know?

Some of Torbreck's Shiraz vines are over a hundred years old and among the oldest still-producing vines in the world.

Like Torbreck Vintners? You should also try:

Errazuriz Vin, Marrenon and Meyer Fonné.