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Winemaker's Selection

2011 South Eastern Australia Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon

Penfolds Winemaker's Selection is a captivating red wine crafted from a harmonious blend of Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, showcasing the unique terroir of South Eastern Australia. This vintage, hailing from 2011, presents a rich and opulent character, exhibiting a full-bodied profile that envelops the palate with an enticing presence. The wine boasts a vibrant acidity that enhances its liveliness, lending balance to its prominent fruit intensity, with dark fruit flavors intertwining beautifully with subtle notes of spice and oak. Its tannins are notably firm, adding structure and depth, while the wine's dryness allows for a smooth and sophisticated finish. Overall, this wine is a wonderful representation of the Penfolds legacy, perfect for both intimate gatherings and grand celebrations.

Tasting notes:


Blackcurrant, Blackberry, Baking Spice

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Color Intensity Color Intensity 3

Low High

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Spiciness Spiciness 1

Low High

Oak Oak 3

Low High

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Barbecued Ribs, Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats

Region:


South Eastern Australia
South Eastern Australia

Covering the entire southeastern third of the country, the South Eastern Australia designation is a vast area (over 1,200 miles long and encompassing the regions of South Australia, New South Wales and Tasmania). Many of Australia's best wines are made here. From the stunning Shiraz produced around Adelaide to the luscious Sémillons of the Hunter Valley, and from the fragrant Pinot Noirs of Tasmania to the lush Chardonnay of Riverina, nearly every grape variety and wine style flourishes in South Eastern Australia, basking in the sun-kissed Mediterranean climate and rich, varied soils.

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