2023 Torbreck The Steading Blanc RMV, Barossa Valley

Inspired by the rich, luscious and mineral scented dry whites of the Rhône Valley, The Steading Blanc is sourced entirely from the Descendant Vineyard on Roennfeldt Road in the Marananga subregion of the Barossa Valley, first planted in 1994.

The ripe, fleshy, barrel fermented Viognier (9%) and Marsanne (28%) gives the palate a textural edge whilst the Roussanne (63%) contributes it’s more flinty and austere personality.

Roussanne racked to tank, while Marsanne and Viognier underwent a slow, indigenous fermentation and rested on fine lees for 8 months in a combination of seasoned and new French oak barriques.

Fragrant aromas of white flowers, summer stone fruits, kaffir lime, honey dew melon balanced with underlying hints of bee’s wax and spices such as lemongrass, cumquat, orange peel and ginger root. The palate shows wonderful freshness across a medium bodied weight balanced by a line of acidity that enhances the freshness citrus and tropical fruit notes. A wine to enjoy in its youth, yet blossom into a fuller version of itself showing secondary characteristics of brioche and lime chutney. Enjoy with most seafood inspired dishes such as Peruvian ceviche or a Thai seafood salad.

Serve at 10C. Cellar up to eight years.