Penfolds RWT Bin 798 Shiraz 2019

Description

RWT – Red Winemaking Trial – was the internal project name when developmental work began in 1995. Naturally, now no longer a ‘trial’, RWT Shiraz was launched in May 2000 with the 1997 vintage. The alphanumeric Bin designation 798 was bestowed upon the wine from the 2016 vintage. Its style is opulent and fleshy, contrasting with Grange, which is more muscular and assertive. RWT wines area built for the long haul, with the precision, concentration and balance to age for many years. The depth of big bass notes shows the presence of Marananga fruit in the rich blend, rounding out a completely seductive portrait of Shiraz It’s highly fragrant, with notes of sage over redcurrant and lush purple berries, while the rich mid-palate rolls effortlessly in the mouth, before elegant oak bins it all to ensure a dry, savoury finish. Its easy marriage of style and substance is most alluring – Huon Hooke, 98 Points The Finer Details Style – Red Wine Varietal – Shiraz Country – Australia Region – Barossa Valley, South Australia Vintage – 2019 Bottle Size – 750ml ABV – 14.5%