The Factor is predominantly from the Gomersal and Marananga sub-regions of the Barossa, providing dense texture and richness to the palate with subtle notes of olive tapenade, saddle leather and minerals. Ripe aromas of plum and wild blackberries, olive, pepper and spice are all supported by a dark core of espresso roast, ripe blackberries and saltbush. Brooding and densely packed, this lavish wine has ample generosity to cellar for many years, where it will slowly unravel.
Review:
Offers a dense, powerful mix of violet, bittersweet chocolate and sandalwood-infused morello cherries in syrup. Blueberry, blackberry and date-nut bread flavors are plump on a frame of polished and toothsome tannins. Clove and Saigon cinnamon notes linger, with a powerful crescendo on the finish. Shiraz.
Wine Spectator 96 Points
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 96+ Points
Gambellara Soave I Basalti is made from 100% Garganega.
Soave DOC from the Soave hills. Vineyard trained in Pergola Veronese system at 250m altitude on volcanic basalt soils. Straw yellow in color with delicate aromas of white flowers, almond, and citrus. Fresh and harmonious on the palate with pleasant minerality and a clean finish.
Hand-harvested grapes are gently pressed and fermented in stainless steel at controlled temperature.