2004 Torbreck Cuvee Juveniles Grenache Mataro Shiraz

Semi translucent colour with crimson hue. Medium body. Perfumed nose of spice, liquorice and raspberry, with a raspberry jam like end note. The palate reveals flavours of ripe raspberry and spice over a background of black and white pepper. Fine grained tannins. Raspberry, liquorice aftertaste.
Cellar 2-3 years (2008-2009)
Alc/Vol: 14.5%

Other Reviews…
A noteworthy buy is the 2004 Juveniles, which represents Torbreck’s version of a Barossa Valley Cotes du Rhone on steroids. A 6,000-case, tank-fermented and aged blend of 60% Grenache, 20% Mourvedre, and 20% Shiraz, it exhibits peppery, sweet blackberry and cassis fruit, kirsch liqueur, and spice box aromas. A sexy, heady wine with loads of glycerin, medium to full body, a silky texture, and a meaty, long finish, it should drink well for 2-4 years.
90 points
Robert Parker – The Wine Advocate