{"product_id":"torbreck-descendant-2023","title":"Torbreck Descendant 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTorbreck Descendant 2023 is a flagship Barossa Valley Shiraz that reflects the producer’s commitment to old-vine material and traditional Rhône-inspired winemaking. Sourced primarily from old, dry-grown vineyards across the Barossa, the fruit is selected for its depth, intensity, and concentration. Torbreck has built its reputation on crafting powerful yet balanced wines, and Descendant stands as one of its most iconic expressions, showcasing both regional richness and structural precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage benefited from favourable growing conditions, allowing for steady ripening and excellent flavour development. Fermentation is carried out with careful extraction to preserve fruit purity, followed by maturation in French oak barrels that add structure and subtle complexity. The wine is composed predominantly of Shiraz with a small portion of Viognier co-fermented to enhance aromatics and texture. The result is a deeply expressive wine that balances opulence with finesse, offering both immediate appeal and strong cellaring potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOSE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Intense and aromatic\u003cbr\u003eAromas of blackberry, plum and dark cherry layered with violet, spice, dark chocolate and hints of savoury oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePALATE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Powerful and structured\u003cbr\u003eFull-bodied with concentrated dark fruit flavours, supported by fine-grained tannins, integrated oak and a rich, textured mouthfeel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFINISH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Long and persistent\u003cbr\u003eA lingering finish with notes of dark fruit, spice and subtle savoury complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiner Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStyle – Red Wine\u003cbr\u003eVarietal – Shiraz (with Viognier)\u003cbr\u003eCountry – Australia\u003cbr\u003eRegion – Barossa Valley\u003cbr\u003eVintage – 2023\u003cbr\u003eBottle Size – 750ml\u003cbr\u003eABV – 15%\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torbreck","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42673360404567,"sku":"TDES23","price":174.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/9258\/3217\/files\/c9a99afa-f62e-434e-9a9f-8f4e5821b0c0.png?v=1775704117","url":"https:\/\/kentstreetcellars.co.nz\/products\/torbreck-descendant-2023","provider":"Kent Street Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}