TASTING NOTES

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🍷 Appearance
Medium to deep crimson with vibrant ruby hues—bright, dense and classically Coonawarra in clarity and depth.

👃 Aromas
Lifted and expressive, showing classic cool-climate Shiraz character.
Blackcurrant, blackberry and mulberry lead, layered with redcurrant and raspberry freshness.
Complex notes of mocha, cedar, spice and subtle herb garden/mint nuances add sophistication and regional identity.

👅 Palate
Medium to full-bodied with a refined, structured profile.
Dark berry fruits—blackcurrant, plum and cherry—flow through the palate, supported by savoury oak, spice and hints of liquorice.
Fresh acidity provides energy and precision, while fine, grainy tannins give definition and length.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Elegant and finely structured with polished, fine-grained tannins.
The finish is long, firm and persistent, carrying dark fruit, spice and a savoury mineral edge typical of Coonawarra terra rossa soils.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic cool-climate Coonawarra Shiraz—more refined and structured than warmer-climate styles.
Balanced, savoury and age-worthy, showcasing precision, perfume and regional character.

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🍽️ Food Pairing
Ideal with roast lamb, grilled steak, game meats or slow-cooked beef dishes.
Also excellent with mushroom-based dishes or aged hard cheeses.

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❤️ Why You’ll Love It

• Classic Penfolds pedigree with strong regional expression
• Elegant yet powerful—structure without heaviness
• Fine tannins and savoury complexity with ageing potential

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🎯 Perfect For

• Premium mixed dozens
• Customers trading up into iconic Australian producers
• Cellaring (drinking well now but will evolve over 10–15+ years)

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🏆 BBD Verdict
A benchmark Bin 128 vintage—this 2019 delivers precision, structure and unmistakable Coonawarra character.
Perfect for Better Buy The Dozen premium dozens, offering iconic branding, cellar potential and refined drinkability—a standout for customers wanting to step beyond everyday reds.

Cheers

Peter Turnbull

Better Buy The Dozen