Penfolds Max’s Shiraz Cabernet

Matured in American Oak (60% 1-y.o. and 7% new).

Wine at a Glance
Country: Australia
Region: McLaren Vale, Wrattonbully, Padthaway, Coonawarra
Vintage: 2018
Alcohol: 14.5% ABV

Tasting Profile: Notes, of graphite and heady varnish to the fore. A distinctive blue-fruited elegance and gorgeous cranberry sweetnes. An aromatic kaleidoscope of vanilla sponge, cannoli creaminess, asphalt, wet slate, juniper and pink peppercorn. On the palate, a salinity – perhaps best described as salted plum? Coolness/flowing texture. Spearmint tea (fresh leaves) and lavender. Graphite from the nose continues as a theme on the palate, Black olive tapenade. Ylang Ylang, powdery-style tannins that are tapered on the palate. All clearly converging to a well-defined point.

Food Pairing: This wine can be enjoyed with friends and every day, while at the table it pairs well with risotto, lasagna and grilled steaks.

Serving: Serve at 16–18°C; in warm weather, 20 minutes in the fridge before pouring gets it there.