TORBRECK DESCENDANT

Torbreck Descendant

With a nod to the Northern Rhône, Shiraz is co-fermented with a dash of Viognier to give texture and intense perfumed fruits. Dense cherry and blueberry fruit is perfectly interwoven with subtle nuances of white peach, spice and cinnamon. Full-bodied with great concentration whilst retaining soft, supple tannins this suave wine has impeccable balance. Although it can be enjoyed now, The Descendent benefits from patient cellaring.

VARIETIES: 90% Shiraz ±, 10% Viognier ±, Co-fermented
REGION: Marananga – Descendant vineyard, planted in 1994 with cuttings from the RunRig vineyards
AGEING: 18 – 20± months in second fill French oak barriques, previously used for RunRig
GUARDING POTENTIAL: 5 – 15 years
SERVE: Serve at 16ºC – 18ºC
PAIRING: Best decanted and paired with rich winter dishes from most cuisines
VIVINO: Average 4.3 ★★★★✰

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Descendant | Range | Torbreck

This single vineyard, located next to our winery block on Roennfeldt Road, was planted in 1994 with cuttings taken from our RunRig grower vineyards – some of the oldest genetic vine material in Australia.

When Torbreck co-fermented this “descendant” Shiraz with Viognier, it was a first in the Barossa – now we have been joined my many others, a testament to the success of this Rhone blend.

Shiraz is crushed straight on top of Viognier, which has been lightly pressed for RunRig, and the blend of fruit is then co-fermented. Maturation over 18 – 20± months is in barrels that have previously been used for RunRig.