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Penfolds Barossa Valley RWT Shiraz(1998)

RWT is made from fruit primarily selected for its aromatic qualities and fine texture rather than sheer intensity or power of flavour. The result is a wine that helps to redefine Barossa Shiraz at the highest quality level.

Big, rich and vibrant, a spectacular mouthful of cherry, currant and a subtle range of peppers and spices and creaminess, finishing with refined tannins and a silky texture that lets the fruit and spice sail on and on.
Wine.com
June 2007
Colour: Dense crimson red. Nose: Rich, saturated, Christmas pudding-like fruit and stylish French oak are immediately obvious, followed by more subtle aromas of dried glace fruits and underlying dark liquorice and prune. Palate: A sleek, luscious Barossa Valley Shiraz in which a core of blueberry fruit and ripe tannins contribute to phenomenal length of flavour. There is also a refined, luxurious,praline-like flavour and texture. Still very youthful, with oak more integrated on the palate than the nose, indicating a great cellaring future. A modern Penfolds classic that is atonce both read more...
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Decanter
4/5
May 2008
Subtle, good oak. Mulberry with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice. Elegant, well-balanced structure.
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Wine Spectator
11/30/01
92/100
November 2001
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Wine Spectator
92/100
June 2007
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Wine & Spirits Magazine
94/100
June 2007
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