PenfoldsThe Commander in Chief Shiraz Cabernet
About this product
For 175 years, Penfolds has been grounded in experimentation, curiosity and uncompromising quality. This foundation has driven us since the verybeginning and with each generation of custodians it is celebrated. As we mark our 175th year, Penfolds honours those who defined our history. Mary Penfold was the original leading lady. A force to be reckoned with, Mary’s progressive attitude catapulted Penfolds forward as winemakers. She’d command from a white mare, watching over the vineyard with her treasured spyglass close at hand. Opulent red Shiraz fruits are supported by the fine structural Cabernet Sauvignon tannins. All beautifully captured in this classic Penfolds multi-regional blend, worthy of Mary’s strong spirit. An evocative ascent of violet and lavender with a dusting of icing sugar and fresh berries. Quince paste, rhubarb, sour cherry to the fore. Svelte and even tannins add mouthwatering complexity, combined with integrated oak to create wonderfully woven, balanced palate, with a long lingering finish.
For 175 years, Penfolds has been grounded in experimentation, curiosity and uncompromising quality. This foundation has driven us since the verybeginning and with each generation of custodians it is celebrated. As we mark our 175th year, Penfolds honours those who defined our history. Mary Penfold was the original leading lady. A force to be reckoned with, Mary’s progressive attitude catapulted Penfolds forward as winemakers. She’d command from a white mare, watching over the vineyard with her treasured spyglass close at hand. Opulent red Shiraz fruits are supported by the fine structural Cabernet Sauvignon tannins. All beautifully captured in this classic Penfolds multi-regional blend, worthy of Mary’s strong spirit. An evocative ascent of violet and lavender with a dusting of icing sugar and fresh berries. Quince paste, rhubarb, sour cherry to the fore. Svelte and even tannins add mouthwatering complexity, combined with integrated oak to create wonderfully woven, balanced palate, with a long lingering finish.
Dry wines have no trace of sweetness at all.
- TypeShiraz Cabernet
- Size750mL
- RegionMulti-Regional Blend
- Current Vintage2017 - Vintage is not guaranteed and may vary store to store or when delivered.
- Standard Drinks8.6
- Alcohol Volume14.5%
- CountryAustralia
- StateSouth Australia
- Brand NamePenfolds
- ClosureScrew Cap
- Wine SweetnessDry
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Vintage 2017
96 points
Penfolds are one of the "keepers of the flame" when it comes to Shiraz and Cabernet blends. This works a treat. Opulent damson plum and red fruit, blueberries and cassis with earthy notes, pepper and Asian spice. The wine is totally balanced - poised, in fact. A stylish and very Australian blend.
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