2023 Torbreck The Steading

A rich, opulent black fruited GSM.

A blend of Grenache (57%), Shiraz (33%) and Mataro (10%). Dense inky black heart with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Pronounced dark to black raspberry, liquorice and dark plum scents make their way out of the glass trailed by some black cherry, dried herb and peppered earth notes. Rich, opulent dark plum, liquorice, black raspberry and black cherry fruits are layered across the full bodied palate. Vanillin spice, scorched earth and peppered dried herb elements lurk across the back half. Ripe, velvety yet underlyingly sturdy tannin structure with a long, plush black fruited finish.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 15.5%

Other Reviews…..
Lifted and perfumed aromas of blackberries, violets, boysenberries, dark cherries, tar and spices. The palate is is finely tuned and tightly wound, with bright and focused flavors of red peppercorns, tobacco leaves, cured meat and dark chocolate. There is lovely transparency and vibrancy from a cool vintage aged in foudres for 18 months. A blend of 57% grenache, 33% shiraz and 10% mataro. Drink or hold.
94 Points
JamesSuckling.com

The 2023 The Steading comprises a blend of Grenache (57%), Shiraz (33%) and Mataro (10%). The wine is chocolaty and rich and abundant in fruit and spice detail. Shapely tannins define the palate, and the finish is long and concentrated. This wine has a long and popular history, and it is pleasing to see that continued here today. The cool and wet 2023 season is not overly evident in the wine in the glass here; perhaps it is slightly lighter than last year, but it lacks none of the concentration or density of the cuvées past. 15.5% alcohol, sealed under natural cork. Drink 2025-2033.
93 Points
Erin Larkin – Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate