Torbreck The Factor Magnum 2005

Torbreck The Factor 2005 is a mature-vintage northern Rhône-style Syrah from the Torbreck Vintners winery in the Barossa Valley. The winery was founded by David Powell in 1994. The Factor is produced from own-rooted, dryfarmed, old-vine Shiraz and is matured in 30% new French barriques for 24 months. Famed for its longevity, this is one of the finest examples of full-blooded, complex Barossa Shiraz from one of the region`s most celebrated winemakers. This 2005 bottling comes in magnum format. "The 2005 The Factor is 100% Shiraz sourced from dry grown vines from six sub-regions of Barossa. It spent 24 months in 30% new French oak. Opaque purple-coloured, it delivers an expressive bouquet of pepper, smoke, espresso roast, blackberry, blueberry, and liquorice. Full-bodied and voluptuous on the palate, nuances of saddle leather and mineral emerge to complement the layers of spicy blue and black fruits. The wine is beautifully integrated with enough well-concealed tannin to keep this wine evolving for a decade. The pure finish lingers for 60+ seconds to complete the experience of a totally hedonistic turn-on." Wine Advocate, 2007