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"Dense, bold crimson core with garnet edges. An aromatic kaleidoscope. Primary... "Dense, bold crimson core with garnet edges. An aromatic kaleidoscope. Primary fruits lead the charge with fresh blackberries, mulberry compote and poached plums. A slightly herbaceous note of mulberry leaf and bay leaf revealing the Cabernet... more

"Very pale with lime green hues. Gorgeous varietal aromatics. Punchy citrus fr... "Very pale with lime green hues. Gorgeous varietal aromatics. Punchy citrus fruits jump out: lime zest, lemon blossom/pith. Spring flowers – jonquil and apple blossom. On the palate, citrus characters abound, lime juice noted. Flavorsome exotic... more

"Very pale straw with lime green hues. On the nose, fleshy white peach, lemon ... "Very pale straw with lime green hues. On the nose, fleshy white peach, lemon verbena, a pithy citrus lift and a spray of spring blossom. A mascarpone creaminess and scents of emulsified toasted cashew and almond nougat. Subtle flint, wet stone and... more

"Deep, dark and bright appearance. Benchmark aromas. Automatically recognizabl... "Deep, dark and bright appearance. Benchmark aromas. Automatically recognizable - formic and glacial higher notes – not quite as audacious as a fleeting perception of heady spirit (á la Cognac), and yet not just simple V.a. Beneath, a more familial... more

"Plum core, crimson rim with a glossy sheen. There is an otherworldly aromatic... "Plum core, crimson rim with a glossy sheen. There is an otherworldly aromatic element that is hard to define, a natural result of two hemispheres united by one winemaking philosophy. The Arabian spice souk leads the charge: dark, savory spice... more

"Pale straw with lime green hues. An exhilarating Chardonnay. The benefit of m... "Pale straw with lime green hues. An exhilarating Chardonnay. The benefit of multi-regional blending is evident, with each distinct region bringing nuance to the final blend. Struck flint and steely minerality are a nod to the Tasmanian inclusion.... more

"Dark red rim with a black core. A sophisticated potpourri of dried flowers an... "Dark red rim with a black core. A sophisticated potpourri of dried flowers and aromatic herbs such as marjoram and sage, accompanied by black and red fruits that provide a vibrant counterpoint. The rusticity of fennel Cacciatori and traditional... more

"#12 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2024Glossy, dark red/purple. An \"old school\" ... "#12 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2024Glossy, dark red/purple. An \"old school\" Penfolds nose; a classic and comforting homage to their storied past. It opens with the rich, deep tones of mahogany and the refined scent of a cigar box. Sweet oak spices... more

"Purple with a black core. The aromatic spectrum presents an array of scents t... "Purple with a black core. The aromatic spectrum presents an array of scents that point to varietal origin. The nose is distinguished by a subtle formic character, closely followed by savory notes of blood pudding, aniseed/fennel and black licorice.... more

"This wine displays a soft red and purple core with a ruby rim. The nose is im... "This wine displays a soft red and purple core with a ruby rim. The nose is immediately captivating, opening with aromas of steamed fig and treacle pudding that transition into fragrant rose petals. These floral tones intertwine with the warm,... more

"The 2021 Carménère - Syrah Vértice is 51% Carménère and 49% Syrah from Apalta... "The 2021 Carménère - Syrah Vértice is 51% Carménère and 49% Syrah from Apalta, Colchagua, aged for 22 months in 40% new barrels. Dark garnet red. The nose presents herbal and ash notes with hints of boldo, ripe blackberry and oaky aromas. Broad on... more

"Penfolds Max's Cabernet Sauvignon is a tribute to former Chief Winemaker Max ... "Penfolds Max's Cabernet Sauvignon is a tribute to former Chief Winemaker Max Schubert (1948-1975) - a legend in Penfolds history. Max's constant pursuit of excellence paved the way for those who followed in his footsteps and also allowed the status... more

"This is polished and juicy, the long and mild 2021 season on show here. There... "This is polished and juicy, the long and mild 2021 season on show here. There are notes of raspberry pip and cocoa, a hint of chocolate-covered licorice and tobacco, brine and star anise. It's a lovely wine, as ever. Blend: 48% Shiraz, 28%... more

"Deep plum red. Savory notes first detected, yet quickly courted by generous c... "Deep plum red. Savory notes first detected, yet quickly courted by generous cherry liqueur/chocolate aromas. Scents of dried beef sit alongside a textbook garrigue deconstruction – dried herb/oregano/thyme/lavender. Perplexingly, an exotic emission... more

"Bin 389 was often referred to as 'Baby Grange,' in part because components of... "Bin 389 was often referred to as 'Baby Grange,' in part because components of the wine are matured in the same barrels that held the previous vintage of Grange. First made in 1960 by the legendary Max Schubert, this was the wine that helped forge... more

"Napa Valley cabernet sauvignon excellence, reinforced by flagship-worthy Sout... "Napa Valley cabernet sauvignon excellence, reinforced by flagship-worthy South Australian cabernet. Matured in French and American oak, this 2020 release shows a dark fruit intensity with notes of black pepper and coffee liqueur. Napa Valley... more

"Penfolds St. Henri Shiraz is a garnet red with a dark purple core. The fruit ... "Penfolds St. Henri Shiraz is a garnet red with a dark purple core. The fruit profile is a delight, oak playing no role in the aromatics. Shiraz, unadulterated! The descriptors need to be coaxed from the glass with a gentle swirl. Fruits of the... more

"An instant cornucopia of Grange markers, this 2021 vintage is certainly expan... "An instant cornucopia of Grange markers, this 2021 vintage is certainly expansive across the palate. Three sources and three dimensions induce 'blackness' via selective Barossa/Mc Laren Vale/Clare Valley fruit sourcing and thereafter formidable... more

"A contemporary style Chardonnay, fresh and finely structured. This wine deliv... "A contemporary style Chardonnay, fresh and finely structured. This wine delivers pure fruit flavours balanced by bright, crisp natural acidity and complexity afforded from time in barrel. The Penfolds white wine program continues its evolution,... more

"This vertical four-pack includes one bottle each of Penfolds Grange 2018, 201... "This vertical four-pack includes one bottle each of Penfolds Grange 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021The most powerful expression of Penfolds multi-vineyard, multi-district blending philosophy, Grange is arguably Australia’s most celebrated wine and is... more