2016 Max's Shiraz Cabernet

77% Shiraz, 23% Cabernet from McLaren Vale, Wrattonbully, Padthaway, Langhorne Creek, Barossa Valley.

12 months in new American oak (6% ) and new French oak (2%) with the balance in seasoned French and American oak.

Crimson core with magenta brightness at the rim. Structural grip and defined tannins wraps around a palate full of blueberry and mulberry brightness.

Black olive and brine-like Nori savouriness add an extra dimension so that fruit doesn't stand alone.

Peter Gago, Penfolds chief winemaker