{"product_id":"torbreck-cuvee-juveniles-2023-barossa-valley-australia","title":"Torbreck Cuvee Juveniles 2023 (Barossa Valley, Australia) - [JS 93] [WE 93] [WA 92]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes from the Winemaker:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCuvée Juveniles was created as a ‘Cotes Du Rhone’ inspired bistro wine from the classic Barossa varieties of Grenache and Mataro (Mourvedre) from mostly unirrigated old vine vineyards. Alongside these Barossa cornerstones, Torbreck has planted two other traditional Rhone varieties: Counoise and Carignan. These give savoury and spicy notes to the blend, and add a level of complexity, depth and bottle ageing potential. A wine that will enthuse the Francophile yet still win over Barossa fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2023 growing season brought above-average rainfall in winter and spring and a cooler summer. The majority of the harvest took place in the colder months, and most vineyards were not harvested until April, approximately one month later than usual. Cooler seasons can pose several challenges, but through our dedicated commitment to viticulture practices, such as hand pruning and harvesting with careful soil management, the vintage resulted in low-yielding and resilient fruit. The upside, however, to a cool season is far greater, and producers and wine enthusiasts alike hold these seasons in high regard.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe vintage has resulted in very strong wines with bright colours and freshness from higher natural acidities, auguring them towards greater longevity and detail across the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMagenta with a bright ruby hue. A perennial favourite, Grenache from old vines shows its ability to exhibit lifted florals, juicy red fruit characters such as red cherry, red currant along with boysenberry and secondary notes of white pepper. The addition of Rhone varietals Counoise and Carignan add a savoury and spicy complexity. Mataro adds aromas of beef jerky and Chinese five spice. The palate exhibits a medium-bodied texture with long acidity balancing a fruit freshness around a slightly firmer tannin frame than previous vintages. Serve with an array of cuisines including spicy Asian or Mexican dishes at or below 14C\/58F. Enjoy from release-7 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e48% Grenache, 28% Mataro, 13% Carignan, 6% Counoise, 5% Shiraz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor: \u003c\/strong\u003e Crimson and bright cherry hues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAromas: \u003c\/strong\u003e Red cherry and pomegranate aromas balanced by Chinese five spice and meaty notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate: \u003c\/strong\u003e Medium bodied with a lithe and plush mouthfeel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellar: \u003c\/strong\u003e Drink now or cellar for up to 8 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings and Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points, Editor's Choice - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a strong vintage of “Juveniles”, bursting with crowd-pleasing aromas of forrest fruit jam, violets, ground pepper and sage. It's mid-weight with succulence and silkiness, tugged into place by savory, pithy tannins. Drink up.\" - Christina Pickard (May 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Vibrant and lifted aromas of wild blackberries, raspberries, tobacco leaves and ferric earth. The palate is medium-bodied with finely integrated tannins and focused acidity, giving notes of blackberries, dried herbs and cured meat. Fresh with a savory undertone. A blend of 48% grenache, 28% mataro, 13% carignan, 6% counoise and 5% shiraz. Drink or hold. Screw cap.\" (Oct 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2023 Cuvee Juveniles is a blend of 48% Grenache, 28% Mataro, 13% Carignan, 6% Counoise and 5% Shiraz, and like the Cuvee Juveniles Blanc, is named after the wine bar for which it was created, Juveniles Wine Bar in the 1st arrondissement in Paris. The wine is savory and fresh, perfumed with abundant red fruits, flowers and exotic spices. In the mouth, you get star anise, fennel seeds, black peppercorns and fresh blood, and the mouthfeel is shaped by ferruginous tannins. While this wine may not be as complex as some others in the lineup, it lacks nothing in the way of freshness, personality and detail. It's a beautiful wine, from a cool and wet season in the Barossa. 15% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.\" - Erin Larkin (Apr 2025)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BREAKTHRU","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":53122532180333,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/spyk9gtqtpuockhhmfvh.jpg?v=1753227296","url":"https:\/\/artisan.wine\/products\/torbreck-cuvee-juveniles-2023-barossa-valley-australia","provider":"Artisan W\u0026S","version":"1.0","type":"link"}