Torbreck "The Factor" (Shiraz) Barossa Valley 2002

Saturated red/purple.

Vinturi - refined nose - nut liqueur, creosote, pepper, fig, spice, black raspberry, earth ... Increasingly complex as it airs.

Deep, plush entry with immediate, persistent framing acidity. Shows slight heat. Tannin is a bit chewy/rustic. Nice, subtle length of raspberry, leather and spice flavors. This will be drinking well for a long time.

Day 5 - End of the bottle. Nose is killer/integrated and reminds me of vintage port (sans brandy). Round and saline in the mouth and completely packed. No hint of alcohol. Absolutely FK.

$80. I think this sees only older barrels and is 100% Syrah.