2016 Torbreck 'The Factor' Shiraz Magnum

98 Points - James Suckling, jamessuckling.com

“Dark fruit with iodine, muscle shell and hints of coal on the palate. Full-bodied, very tight and structured with steely tannins that give incredible length and poise. The greatest Factor I have ever tasted. Driven and brilliant. Better after 2021.”

97 Points - Robert Parker's, Wine Advocate

“Torbreck's 2016 The Factor incorporates what winemaker Ian Hongell calls their most structured Shiraz, from a lot of ironstone soils. It spends two years in French oak barriques, half of which were new, so it shows hints of cedar pencil shavings and toasted coconut layered over ripe blackberries and spice. Full-bodied, rich and velvety, it finishes long, with terrific energy and drive. It should prove to be one of the longest-lived wines from this lineup. Drink 2020-2040.”