Brand: Penfolds

Region: Barossa Valley, South Australia

Color: Red Grape Variety: Shiraz(100%)

Alcohol Content: Approximately 14.5%–15% ABV (varies slightly by vintage)

Taste Notes: Nose: Dark fruits (blackberry, plum), blueberry,violets, and hints of licorice, spice, and oak.

Palate: Rich and opulent with silky tannins; layered dark fruit, mocha,dark chocolate, and oak spice. Balanced acidity with a long, elegant finish.

Style: Full-bodied, plush and polished, with a modern expression of Barossa Shiraz matured in French oak (as opposed to the American oak traditionally used in other Penfolds reds like Grange).

Pairing Suggestion: Grilled or roasted red meats (eg lamb, beef) , Rich stews or braised dishes, Hard cheeses like aged cheddar or manchego

Closure Type: Cork

Product Detail: The initials RWT stand for 'Red Winemaking Trial', the name given to the project internally when developmental work began in the early1990s. Naturally, now no longer a 'trial', RWT Shiraz was launched in May 2000 with the 1997 vintage. Stylistically, RWT is contemporary, opulent and finelytuned. An interesting contrast to the well-established Grange, which is a moreconcentrated, muscular and assertive style. RWT is made from Barossa ValleyShiraz grapes primarily selected for their aromatic qualities, varietaltypicity, fine tannins and plush texture. Maturation in French oak providesanother contrast to Grange. The result is a wine that redefines Barossa ValleyShiraz at the highest quality level. While delightfully approachable onrelease, RWT Bin 798 has the concentration and balance to age for many years.