Torbreck The Steading Xanadu The wines are naturally fermented

The wines are naturally fermented with indigenous yeasts and raised in stainless steel tanks to protect the underlying expressions of terroir

perhaps the aromatic footprint of organically farmed old vines with no added yeast and a modest use of sulfur

and earthy undertones

time and attention invested in the high-density Spedding vineyard on Main Ridge over many years

and gentle tannins

Torbreck The Steading Xanadu The wines are naturally fermentedIt opens with aromas of plum, black cherry, raspberry, violet, star anise, and warm spice, with subtle notes of purple beet, tobacco leaf, and savory herbs. The oldvine Grenache brings perfume and lift, while Mataro adds earth and structure. On the palate, it is fullbodied, plush, and richly fruited, showing flavors of plum compote, blackberry, red cherry, spice, and earthysavory undertones, wrapped in silky but firm, talctextured tannins.