Torbreck The Les Amis Grenache 2003 750mL

Sourced from the devigorated soils of western Seppeltsfield, Les Amis is a testament to what only the most fastidious farming can achieve - purity, intensity and finesse.

Wine Advocate  The 2003 Les Amis is a 300-case cuvee of 100% Grenache from a vineyard planted in 1901. I have had a lot of fun serving the 2002 blind to guests, and for my taste, this cuvee is the reference point for old vine Grenache produced in Australia. It is extraordinarily elegant for a wine of such power, richness, and intensity. Amazingly delineated, with a dense ruby/purple color as well as a gorgeously sweet nose of smoke, spice box, black cherry liqueur, creme de cassis, licorice, and lavender, it offers impressive balance, purity, opulence, and persistence. This phenomenal wine is both powerful and refreshingly elegant. A magnificent achievement for Torbreck, it should drink well for 15+ years. ..... read more

International Wine Cellar  Dense ruby. Exotic, utterly captivating aromas of blackberry and black cherry liqueur, raspberry jam, star anise, smoked meat and fresh flowers. Lush red and dark berry flavors are perked up by Asian and Moroccan spice notes, with subtle acidity giving added lift and solid, polished tannins providing a firm structural underpinning. The very long finish features fresh dark fruit tones that don't let up. ..... read more