Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Penfolds |
Label Name: | Superblend 802.a Cab Shiraz |
Vintage: | 2018 |
Country: | Australia |
Region: | Barossa Valley; McLaren Vale; Coonawarra; Wrattonbully; Robe; Clare Valley |
Volume: | 750ml |
ABV: | 14.5% |
Grape(s): | 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Shiraz |
Acidity: | 3 |
Tannins: | 5 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 5 |
Length: | 5 |
Aroma Intensity: | 5 |
Best Temperature: | 15-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
Critics: James Halliday 98, Tyson Stelzer 98, Andrew Caillard MW 97, Josh Raynolds 96, Livets Goda 99; Wine Advocate ~94-95; multiple high-score reviews; matured 22 months in 100% new American oak (Penfolds release information)
Tasting Note
Dense, inky red with blackcurrant, blood plum, dark cherry-cola, mocha, cola nut and anise spice. Rich, full-bodied palate with concentrated dark fruit, toffee/oak glaze, gripping fine tannins and a very long, savory finish.
Food Pairing
Western: grilled ribeye, roast lamb, braised short ribs, aged cheddar. Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi), Cantonese char siu, Sichuan beef, Malaysian rendang.
Production Method
Parcels fermented and matured separately, aged 22 months in 100% new American oak hogsheads, then blended and bottled; components drawn from multiple South Australian regions.
Vineyard Info
Penfolds: iconic Australian house producing flagship wines (including Grange). Sourcing premium parcels across South Australia to craft benchmark Cabernet–Shiraz blends.