Ratings
James Suckling 95/100 · multiple critics averaging 94-95/100
Awards
Gold medal International Wine Challenge 2022 · Gold medal The Global Masters 2021
Identity
| Producer | Penfolds |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Deep ruby red with purple reflections |
| Aroma | Intense aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, black cherry, cassis bush, licorice, cocoa, subtle eucalyptus, spices, thyme, peppercorn, marjoram, graphite, black olive, red fruits (cranberry, cherry, pomegranate), musk, and olive black |
| Palate | Powerful and fleshy attack, silky fine tannins, vibrant acidity, balanced layers of vibrant flavors, significant tannin load, bright, long, powerful palate with elegant core of fine assertive tannins, plush texture, focused, framed, bright and vivid |
| Finish | Long and persistent finish marked by mineral touch, fruit confit aromas, warm wave of spicy oak, class and finesse, long and regal finish |
| Food Pairing | Grilled red meats (entrecôte, lamb), game (venison, wild duck), spicy dishes (curries, tagines), aged cheeses (cheddar, aged gouda), Mediterranean cuisine (Provençal stew, lasagna), Gruyère burger, red meat, mushroom pizza |
| Aging Potential | 15 to 25 years, best after 2027, can age until around 2048 |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 14.5 |
| Aging Process | Aged 16 months in predominantly new fine-grained French oak barrels (83% new) |
Terroir
| Terra rossa clay soil on limestone |
Interesting facts
| Produced only in great vintages; reflects Penfolds contemporary winemaking approach emphasizing regionality and French oak maturation; sourced from Blocks 10 and 20 in Coonawarra; Penfolds founded in 1844; Bin 169 distinct from Bin 707 by French oak aging |
Logistics
| Cork | Natural cork |
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