2016 Torbreck, The Laird, Barossa Valley

Colour: Red

Vintage: 2016

Region: South Australia

% Alcohol: 15.50

98 JC

2016 Torbreck, The Laird, Barossa Valley

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Tasting Notes and Scores

98 JC

Torbreck's 2016 The Laird is just being released after its extended time in barrel. I'm still unconvinced by the élevage, as the wood seems to have the upper hand, marking the nose with scents of smoke, cedar, menthol and baking spices. Yes, there's ample underlying fruit—mulberries and Italian plums—but it all takes on a slightly dessert-like cast that's only partially balanced by lingering hints of black olives, licorice and caramelized meat on the extended finish. Give this another few years in bottle so the oak-imparted notes further meld with the fruit and form a more complete, harmonious whole.

Joe Czerwinski

Wine Advocate

2021-06-30