2024 Torbreck The Steading Blanc

A luscious, slippery textured blend of Roussanne, Marsanne and Viognier.

Inspired by the rich, luscious and mineral scented dry whites of the Rhône Valley, The Steading Blanc is sourced entirely from the Descendant Vineyard on Roennfeldt Road first planted in 1994. The ripe, fleshy, barrel fermented Viognier and Marsanne gives the palate a textural edge whilst the Roussanne contributes it’s more flinty and austere personality.
A blend of 53% Roussanne, 45% Marsanne and 2% Viognier. Brilliant water like core with green highlighted surrounds. Drifting from the glass are aromas of peach and apricot followed by some waxy honey dew melon like notes and hints of ginger. Luscious, slippery textured flavours of peach, apricot and red apple slide across the palate with subtle notions of honey dew melon, ginger and spicy honeysuckle the undercard. Fresh acidity with a long, graceful yet supplely shaped finish.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 13.5%

Other Reviews…….
Layers of honeysuckle, lemon myrtle, sliced pears, beeswax and stone fruit on the nose. The palate is medium-bodied with a chewy phenolic edge and a generous texture, giving flavors of nectarines, white flowers, grapefruit pith and green apples. A blend of 53% roussanne, 45% marsanne and 2% viognier fermented in a mix of stainless steel and barrels. Drink or hold. Screw cap.
94 Points
JamesSuckling.com

The 2024 The Steading Blanc is a composition of Roussanne (63%), Marsanne (28%), and Viognier (9%), and the wine is equal parts floral, chalky phenolics and preserved citrus fruits. It has a burst of fresh saline acidity in the mouth, and the wine seems a perfect fit for the soils of the Barossa. The fruit is from the Descendant vineyard on Roennfeldt Road, first planted in 1994. This is very good. 13% alcohol, sealed under screw cap. Drink 2025-2032.
94 Points
Erin Larkin – Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate

The 2024 The Steading Blanc is a well-controlled expression. The natural exuberance of these varieties is restrained here to provide focus. Exotic melon and grapefruit aromas are lifted by acacia and old oak. Juicy acidity then delivers a linear texture accented by pithy, phenolic grip before finishing long and fine. Drink 2026-2032.
92 Points
Angus Hughson - Vinous