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Penfolds RWT Shiraz 2008
Barossa Valley, South Australia, AustraliaWe've been a fan of RWT since its inception but the 2008 is perhaps the most complete yet from Peter Gago. The 100 percent French oak (83 new) version of Grange may surpass the Oz icon with its restrained intensity. Make no mistake it's a giant wine but the mix of black berry jam, white pepper, fruit cake, tobacco and dried herbs on the nose projects a sense of elegance. That goes ditto for its saturated palate of black fruits, plums and spice with the subtle French oak finish. This gives Grange a run for its money in and won't be near its best before 2020. A blend of grower fruit and Penfolds own vineyards but somewhat unusual, it is all from Barossa Valley. A super red for collectors.Tasted: 26 November 2011Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:| BC | $140.00 | 750ml | specialty listing |
| AB | $150.00 | 750ml | fine wine shops |
| SK | $140.00 | 750ml | |
| ON | $150.00 | 750ml | |
| QC | $128.00 | 750ml | |
| NF | $150.00 | 750ml |
Grape: Shiraz/SyrahCSPC: 148528UPC: 012354072602
