2013 Woodcutters Shiraz
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Opaque ruby. Heady smoky- and spice-accented black and blue fruit scents, with hints of violet and cracked pepper building in the glass. Sappy and focused on the palate, offering juicy blackberry and cassis flavors plus a hint of floral pastille. This concentrated, energetic Shiraz finishes with silky tannins and a long, fruit-driven finish accented by repeating notes of spices and flowers. This wine makes a great introduction to Torbreck's style at a gentle price.
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Josh Raynolds
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate
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Torbreck's entry-level red, the 2013 Woodcutter's Shiraz, has a deep garnet-purple color and expressive blackberry pie, blueberry coulis and plum preserves nose with anise and baking spice suggestions. Full-bodied with a slightly raisiny characters on the palate, the generous fruit is held up by chunky tannins and a good amount of freshness then finishes long.