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OWS#15: Torbreck Tasting
Hi all,
This episode’s a pretty big one. The topic for a start is a belter - Torbreck is one winery everyone should be familiar with (even if it’s just with their entry level wines). This relatively young Barossa label is certainly a defining force for Australian Shiraz on the world stage. The audio for this show was recorded at North Sydney Cellars a few months ago when Dave Powell (winemaker) from Torbreck went through most of his line-up in some detail. I’ve got some time markers outlined below for later review when you are drinking the wines or to skip ahead to now if you can’t wait.
Also, there’s a giveaway for this show! Up for grabs is one bottle of The Steading 2004 which has been SIGNED BY DAVE POWELL. All you have to do to be eligible is email me (hugo@ozwineshow.com) with “Torbreck Giveaway” as the email title and put in the body of the email your name, country and city by midnight 6th December 2007 (2 weeks away). I’ll be selecting a winner at random from anywhere in the world. Tell your friends too.
Dave Powell and I (Hugo Sharp) with the signed giveaway bottle.
Show Notes:
- 1:17 = Torbreck Giveaway announcement.
- 2:20 = Invitation to Project Vino launch party in Sydney.
- 5:00 = Introduction to Torbreck by Dave Powell
- 6.30 = Woodcutters Semillon
- 9:05 = A note on acid in wine.
- 9:40 = Roussanne/Marsanne
- 13:14 = Cuvee Juveniles
- 19:34 = Viognier (untasted)
- 20:58 = Woodcutters Shiraz
- 24:45 = The Steading 2004
- 27:52 = The Struie 2005
- 31:30 = The Gask
- 36:45 = The Descendant
- 42:12 = Runrig 2004
- 46:02 = A quick note on when to drink your Runrig.
Finally, as per the audio intro in this episode, there’s going to be a launch party for Project Vino (www.projectvino.com.au) which is a new Australian and New Zealand wine website that will help you track your wine adventures and experiences and then recommend new ones. It’s a free event, details below;
- What: Three winemakers from the Hunter presenting 4 wines each, an introduction to Project Vino and a presentation of donations from attendees at the door and Project Vino to the MND Association
- When: 6pm - 9pm Thursday 6th December, 2007.
- Where: “The East Village” 234 Palmer St, East Sydney, NSW 2010
- Email me (hugo@ozwineshow.com) to attend.
That’s all for now,
Hugo
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November 23rd, 2007 at 4:24 pm
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December 11th, 2007 at 10:05 am
Hurrah, Hugo!
I’m so glad you were able to get this one up and out to all of us. Dave Powell, is funny, humble, forthright, and really knows his stuff. There are so many rewarding bits to this podcast I’m sure I’ll be digesting it a few more times in the near future. Some interesting bits that really stuck out for me was his comparison of the Steading and Juveniles (pretty much the same blend with Steading aged in oak and Juveniles not), and the Roussanne varietal that he’s cultivating.
Finally, it was interesting to hear his thoughts on single vineyard vs. blends in Barossa Valley Shiraz, and his comments on the history of the Run Rig and how it is relatively easy to make, that it started with was it 3? lots and now has expanded to 8? I think I’m going to have to listen to that part again. Also how the Woodcutters (IMHO - an outstanding bargain esp. 2003) for David, gives him much more of a challenge to get right as he has so many different grapes going into the final blend.
Keep ‘em coming Hugo! We’re loving it over here in Wisconsin, USA!
February 21st, 2008 at 2:28 pm
Very interesting listening to winemaker speak the speak, when it would be hard to get someone seemingly so knowledgable talk in depth in regular conversation. I’m listening to it now (second time) to learn more. Now I just have to get my hands on some Woodcutter’s.
Enjoying your work, Hugo, thanks.
April 13th, 2008 at 9:13 am
israeli wines…
The U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms formerly recognized 16 bottle sizes for domestic American wine and 27 sizes for imports….
May 23rd, 2008 at 8:50 am
I recently attended Hospice duRhone in California where Dave gave a seminar. I was lucky enough to do his wine dinner too. I’m a big fan, having studied wine making in Australia. I’ve always enjoyed his wines which were a bit atypical for a lot of Barossa offerings. The talk explains why. I took the time to transcribe most of the talk if anyone wants a copy, just email me. Thanks, Hugo. I’m so glad I found your site. Makes me homesick for Australia, but lets me feel like I can check in now and again and catch up on what’s happening in my favorite wine regions.
July 12th, 2008 at 10:45 pm
Hugo,
This is really both entertaining and educational. I don’t know if you are still doing this, or if I have found it after you have moved on, but I am just listening to all of these podcasts. How good is it. I am learning stacks from so many people on your site. I really appreciate the opportunity. I am not sure how you make it pay, but I hope you can
Cheers
Bernie