Ratings
RP 99
Identity
| Producer | Penfolds |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Heritage Icon |
| Grapes | 98% Shiraz, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | deep purple-black |
| Aroma | earthy meaty savory baked blackberries plum preserves hoisin Chinese five spice sandalwood licorice menthol vanilla |
| Palate | open rich full-bodied powerhouse velvet-lined decadence rock-solid backbone firm tannins great freshness lively lift |
| Finish | epically long finish with a real lively lift |
| Aging Potential | remarkable longevity |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGH
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 14.5 |
| Aging Process | American oak |
Interesting facts
| persisted in secret |