penfolds bin 169 cabernet sauvignon 2018

"founded in 1844 by christopher rawson penfold and his wife mary, the penfolds estate has acquired an international reputation through vintages through its sublime red wines. named the new world winery of the year in 2013 by the prestigious wine enthusiast magazine, the penfolds estate had already established itself as an emblematic reference at the beginning of the 20th century thanks to itspeer of mary penfold in the elaboration of exceptional australian wines. when max schubert joined the penfolds adventure in the 1950s, he instilled in the wines of the estate the elegance of the great bordeaux wines that fascinate him so much. success is not long in coming when the cellar master signs his famous cuvée grange which crosses australian borders to conquer wine lovers from all over the world. today, the talented peter gago is taking over. developed only in the great vintages, bin 169 cabernet sauvignon de penfolds is the perfect expression of the great terroirs of coonawarra, a region known for its clay soil «terra rossa» on limestone soil. 2018 is the 3rd vintage of this exceptional cuvée, first produced in 1973 and then in 2008. this southern australia wine has been aged for 18 months in fine-grained french oak barrels. penfolds' 2018 bin 169 coonawarra cabernet sauvignon unveils a radiant dress in garnet red hues. intense and seductive, the nose reveals a rich aromatic palette combining fruity and aniseed fragrances with subtle notes of black olive, oak, tea leaves and dried ceps. balanced and delicate, the mouth is a real invitation to travel. fruity aromas (raspberry, cranberry, redcurrant, pomegranate, blackcurrant) are combined with delicious flavors of italian ham, cedar and spices. throughout the tasting, a beautiful acidity is combined with firm tannins, a great aromatic richness and an exceptional length."