Penfolds Superblend Cabernet Shiraz 802.A 2018
"The Superblend 802.A components were aged separately in new American oak hogsheads for 22 months prior to being blended. The cabernet sauvignon makes its structural presence felt comprising 68% of the blend, while the 32% shiraz contribution adds generosity.
The colour is a deep, dark crimson red.
The nose is ormic and familial ... barrel ferment, stylish oak, Penfolds. An oscillation between bursts of sweetened crème brûlée crust and a savoury jus reduction. Scents of cola nut, star anise and curry leaf add to the complexity of the majestic aromatic offer. Oak? Deftly dovetailed!
The palate is full-bodied and generous. A compote of blood plum, fig and goji berries. The oscillation noted above now manifested as a sweet buttered/toffeed glaze sitting alongside a roasted reduction avec tomato oil. Malleable and chunky/grippy tannins. A detection of malt and the faintest suggestion of polished timber (mahogany) possibly reflective of a 22-month slumber in 100% new oak? Unashamedly bold." - Penfolds
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"The Superblend 802.A components were aged separately in new American oak hogsheads for 22 months prior to being blended. The cabernet sauvignon makes its structural presence felt comprising 68% of the blend, while the 32% shiraz contribution adds generosity.
The colour is a deep, dark crimson red.
The nose is ormic and familial ... barrel ferment, stylish oak, Penfolds. An oscillation between bursts of sweetened crème brûlée crust and a savoury jus reduction. Scents of cola nut, star anise and curry leaf add to the complexity of the majestic aromatic offer. Oak? Deftly dovetailed!
The palate is full-bodied and generous. A compote of blood plum, fig and goji berries. The oscillation noted above now manifested as a sweet buttered/toffeed glaze sitting alongside a roasted reduction avec tomato oil. Malleable and chunky/grippy tannins. A detection of malt and the faintest suggestion of polished timber (mahogany) possibly reflective of a 22-month slumber in 100% new oak? Unashamedly bold." - Penfolds
