2006 Torbreck The Struie Shiraz
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2006 Torbreck The Struie Shiraz

South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$89. 99
Bottle
$1079.88 Dozen
ABV: 14%
Closure: Cork

Very deep, almost opaque black crimson colour with black crimson purple hue. Perfumed top note of violet, spice, blackberry and vanilla. On the palate, flavours of plum and spice are overlaid with black pepper and liquorice. The Eden Valley Shiraz component gives the wines a sense of elegance. Fine grained, perfectly balanced tannins. Aftertaste of spice, plum and black pepper.
Alc/Vol: 14%

Other Reviews....
The 2006 The Struie is 100% Shiraz, sourced from cooler, hillside sites, 70% from Barossa Valley and 30% from Eden Valley with vine age ranging from 46 to 110 years. It was aged for 18 months in 20% new oak. Opaque purple-colored, it delivers a striking bouquet of lead pencil, game, mineral, blueberry compote, and blackberry liqueur. This is followed by a focused, elegant Shiraz with a plush texture, outstanding depth and grip, and 5-7 years of aging potential. It should drink well through 2026.
92 Points
Jay S Miller - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate