Penfolds RWT Bin 798/2017

Blend

Shiraz

Geographical Attributes

Vintner Notes

Penfolds RWT Shiraz presents an admirable alternative to the multi-regional sourcing and American oak maturation that are hallmarks of Grange, expressing instead, single-region Barossa Valley Shiraz matured only in French oak. Its style is opulent and fleshy, contrasting with Grange, which is more muscular and assertive. RWT is made from fruit primarily selected for its aromatic qualities and fine texture. The result is a wine that helps to redefine Barossa Shiraz at the highest quality level.

Ratings

Robert Parker 95. Red raspberries abound the nose of the 2017 RWT Shiraz, which- as usual- is all Barossa fruit aged in French oak (70% new). It’s full- bodied and velvety, with appealing notes of dried spices, beef and plenty of red fruit. There’s a cedar veneer to this vintage, which looks as if it will need a couple of years to come together, then drink well for up to two decades. James Suckling 96. Stunning blueberries and mulberries here with a wealth of baking spices and red berries, as well as tarry notes and blackberries. It is all here. The palate has a super plush, rich and quite compressed tannin feel. Some firm and powerful moments, as the palate builds with plentiful spiced summer berries. Red plums, and blackberries to close.