Sees 14 months in French oak hogsheads (67% new, 29% 1-year-old). The Penfolds RWT (Red Wine Trial) release is a sleek, polished rendition of Barossa Valley shiraz. Solid magenta/crimson in the glass with plush satsuma plum, blueberry and mulberry fruit notes. Hints of spice, dark chocolate, espresso, violets, licorice and earth. There's a plushness to the fruit as it hangs tautly off its canvas of fine-grained tannin, and a sense of detail that conveys opulence and elegance at once, trailing slowly with fine, Barossan style.

Penfolds RWT Shiraz Barossa Valley 2022

The colour is almost opaque with traces of purple on the rim. It’s a big opulent style with stacks of fruit intensity bursting from its striking palate. Dark plum, blackcurrant and dark chocolate with a slightly liqueur cherry character. The palate is full and concentrated with plenty of oak to complement the deep and dense fruit. It’s a big wine, yes, but there is a smooth seamless texture creating a wonderful mouth feel. Read Less

1847 Winery First Pick Shiraz Barossa Valley 2020

Lovers of big, bold, generous Barossa Shiraz will be right at home here, although deep pockets may be required. There is a real lusciousness to this wine. The colour is maroon/black. We have aromas of chocolate, aniseed, spices, soy, black olives and blackberries. There is a fair bit of timber here but it is early days and well in the process of integrating. Those not in a rush to enjoy this Barossan beauty will be well rewarded. Seamless on the palate, with a good flick of acidity, there is serious length here. Very fine, sleek tannins. Lingers beautifully. Love it. Fifteen to twenty years.

1847 Winery First Pick Shiraz Barossa Valley 2020