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Penfolds

Penfolds Max's Shiraz - Cabernet

Name: Penfolds Max's Shiraz - Cabernet
Brand: Penfolds
Price: 15.97 USD
Rating: 4.25 (0 reviews)

Australia, South Australia

Red wine

4.3

Expert Rating

3.9

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Penfolds Max's Shiraz-Cabernet is a premium red wine produced by Penfolds, one of Australia's most renowned winemakers. This wine is a blend of Shiraz and Cabernet grapes, sourced from select vineyards across South Australia. The vineyards are known for their unique terroir, which imparts distinct flavors and aromas to the grapes. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels. The resulting wine is a rich and complex blend, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and chocolate. It has a full-bodied and velvety texture, with a long and satisfying finish.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Penfolds Max's Shiraz-Cabernet is a well-balanced blend of two varietals, combining the boldness of Shiraz with the elegance of Cabernet.On the nose, aromas of ripe dark fruit, cassis, and blackberries are joined by hints of earthiness, spice, and graphite. On the palate, flavors of black cherry, blueberry, and dark chocolate are complemented by a fine tannic structure and nuanced notes of licorice and nutmeg. The finish is long and smooth, with a lingering hint of sweet tobacco and cedar. A complex and enjoyable wine, perfect for a special occasion.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2029

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Intense

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Shiraz/Syrah

ORIGINS

Winery: Penfolds

Region: South Australia

South Australia is located in the southern part of the continent, emcompassing most of the countrie's renowned wine regions. South Australia has a long and proud history of winemaking, dating back to the early 19th century. The first vines were planted in the Barossa Valley in 1842, and the region quickly became known for its quality wines. The Coonawarra region was established in the late 19th century, and is now renowned for its Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. The Clare Valley and McLaren Vale regions were also established in the 19th century, and are now known for their Riesling and Shiraz respectively.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.9

0 Reviews