Product Description:
Six legendary vintages, one iconic Barossa Shiraz.
The Torbreck RunRig Shiraz Vertical 2016–2021 is a rare collector’s set showcasing six consecutive vintages of one of Australia’s most revered wines. Only 100 of these six-bottle collections were produced, each presented in a bespoke wooden gift box with a numbered commemorative booklet. For collectors and serious drinkers alike, this is an exceptional opportunity to experience the evolution of RunRig over time.
RunRig is Torbreck’s flagship Shiraz Viognier blend—sourced from old, dry-grown vineyards across the Barossa Valley and made in homage to the Côte Rôtie of the Northern Rhône. Each vintage is a portrait of place, shaped by meticulous winemaking and matured in rare French oak barriques crafted from the forests of Tronçais. The Viognier component—added in minute percentages—lifts the aromatics, brightens the palate, and ties the blend back to its Old World inspiration.
From the opulence of the 2016 (100 points, The Wine Advocate) to the yet-to-be-scored 2021, this vertical is a masterclass in Barossa terroir, craftsmanship and time. Each bottle is a statement of richness, structure, and age-worthy depth—meant to cellar, savour, and celebrate.
Maker
Torbreck is a winery on a mission to become one of the world's great wine brands. Since 1994, they have remained committed to creating exceptional Rhone-style red and white wines that reflect the very best vineyards in Australia's famous Barossa region. Provenance is everything to them, and they believe that the Barossa is the most exciting place to make wine in the world. With a European sense of tradition, Torbreck pays tribute to the vineyards with minimal intervention, creating wines of richness, structure and length that age gracefully. The multi-generational growers, whose descendants arrived here nearly two centuries ago, are the backbone of Torbreck's winemaking aspirations. They work in partnership with the people of the Barossa who grow their fruit, always aiming to get the very best out of their vineyard sites. At Torbreck, they constantly seek to understand the difference between all of these special places in the Barossa and how this combination of soil, climate and farming experience is reflected in unique grape flavors. They are simply custodians, enhancing the innate expressiveness of the wines and enabling them to reveal over time their individual origins and personality. Torbreck is actually named after the forest near Inverness, Scotland where the winery's founder, David Powell worked as a lumberjack after completing university studies.
The winemaking style at Torbreck is meticulous and dedicated to producing exceptional wines. They use carefully selected 225-litre oak barriques for maturation, known as Dominique Laurent 'Magic Casks'. The oak is personally harvested from Forêt de Tronçais in Allier, and the staves are aged for 48 to 54 months at an exposed location for maximum seasoning. The staves are then hand-made into barrels and heated over three differing flames for several hours, resulting in a gentle toast due to the remarkable density of the wood. Torbreck's winemaking style reflects their commitment to producing exceptional wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Barossa region.
Philosophy
At Torbreck, the philosophy is centred on a deep respect for the land, minimal intervention, and a commitment to creating wines that reflect the unique terroirs of the Barossa Valley. With a focus on provenance, Torbreck believes that great wines begin in the vineyard, where the combination of soil, climate, and the expertise of multi-generational growers comes together to produce fruit of exceptional quality.
Torbreck embraces a philosophy of minimal intervention, allowing the natural characteristics of each vineyard site to express themselves in the wine. This approach ensures that the wines are true to their origins, showcasing the complexity and individuality of the Barossa Valley. By using traditional methods such as hand-picking, careful fermentation, and selective maturation in premium oak, Torbreck produces wines that are rich, structured, and capable of ageing gracefully.
This commitment to quality, paired with a deep understanding of the land, ensures that Torbreck wines are always a true reflection of their terroir—wines that are not only exceptional in the present but will continue to evolve and reveal their full potential over time.
Tasting Notes
NOSE
– Vintage-dependent nuance
Fragrant with violets, dark berries, and savoury spice, lifted by Viognier’s aromatic brightness.
PALATE
– Powerful and poised
Concentrated black fruit, anise, and earth layered over fine oak and muscular tannins.
FINISH
– Long and evolving
Persistent structure with notes of dried herbs, cacao, and mineral warmth.
Reviews & Accolades
“As close to perfection as Australian Shiraz gets...” – The Wine Advocate, 2016 RunRig, 100 Points
“Complex, layered, and deeply expressive—one of the great Barossa reds.” – Decanter, 2018 RunRig, 99 Points
“A wine of stature and balance, unfolding beautifully across vintages.” – James Suckling, Multiple Vintages, 97–98 Points
2016 RUNRIG - 100 Points, The Wine Advocate • 97 Points - James Suckling & Huon Hooke
2017 RUNRIG - 98 Points, The Wine Advocate • 96 Points, Huon Hooke
2018 RUNRIG - 99 Points - Decanter & The Wine Advocate • 98 Points - Huon Hooke & James Suckling
2019 RUNRIG - 98 Points, The Wine Advocate • 98 Points, James Suckling
2020 RUNRIG - 97+ Points, The Wine Advocate • 97 Points, James Suckling2019 RUNRIG
2021 RUNRIG – 98+ Points – Wine Advocate & Matthew Jukes • 97 Points – Joanna Simon • 95 Points – Decanter (Sarah Ahmed)
The Finer Details
Style - Red Wine
Varietal - Shiraz, Viognier
Country - Australia
Region - Barossa, South Australia
Vintage - 2016-2021
Bottle Size - 750ml
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