Ratings
JS 98 · WA 97 · Somm Journal 98
Identity
| Producer | Penfolds |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Wine of the World |
| Grapes | 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Shiraz |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Intense and transparent purple and blue |
| Aroma | Lots of blackberry and blueberry aromas with some stones and flowers, such as violets. |
| Palate | A very layered and intense wine with very refined, creamy and chewy tannins. Full and very impressive with a mouth-filling texture. |
| Finish | The wine delivers a long, layered, and impressive finish with refined, creamy, and chewy tannins that linger beautifully on the palate. |
| Aging Potential | Try after 2026 |
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
| Aging Process | Aged 16 months in 100% new oak, consisting of 80% American oak and 20% French oak. |
| Fermentation | Completes fermentation in new, mainly American oak barrels. |
Interesting facts
| This is the first release of this new iconoclastic label, blending Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon with South Australian Shiraz. |