Private Release Shiraz Cabernet
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–5 years from vintage release.
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Grilled lamb chops, gourmet beef burgers, mature Cheddar cheese
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The Penfolds Private Release Shiraz Cabernet is a contemporary tribute to the classic 'Great Australian Blend'—a historic marriage of varieties that Penfolds helped champion on the global stage. Sourced from premium vineyards across South Eastern Australia, this wine represents the estate's mastery of multi-regional blending. By combining the rich, fleshy plum and spice characteristics of Shiraz with the structural definition, fine tannins, and dark fruit profile of Cabernet Sauvignon, Penfolds winemakers craft an approachable, balanced red. It undergoes careful maturation in seasoned oak to integrate the fruit flavors while preserving its vibrant, fruit-forward character, offering a friendly introduction to the legendary Penfolds house style.
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Founded in 1844 by Dr. Christopher and Mary Penfold at Magill Estate near Adelaide, Penfolds is one of Australia's oldest and most iconic wineries, now headquartered in Nuriootpa, South Australia. The estate is celebrated for pioneering a unique house style centered on multi-regional and multi-vineyard blending, a philosophy perfected by legendary winemaker Max Schubert in the mid-20th century. Penfolds is globally renowned for its robust, structured red wines aged in premium oak, most notably its flagship Grange—a rich, collectible Shiraz-based blend—alongside acclaimed expressions like Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz and Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon. Today, while maintaining its deep South Australian roots, the producer has expanded its winemaking footprint to include exceptional terroirs in California, Bordeaux, and beyond.