Penfolds Superblend 802.a Cab Shiraz 2018

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.