The single-vineyard Magill Estate Shiraz is intrinsically linked to Penfolds beginnings. Sourced from the original Magill vineyard on the edge of Adelaide’s eastern suburbs.
Fruit is crushed, fermented and matured on-site at the original Penfolds Magill winery, established in 1844. Magill Estate Shiraz is an elegant, medium-weight style with velvety texture and fine tannins, matured in both French and American oak. It is a sleek, contemporary wine, yet crafted the original way: hand-picked, vinified in open fermenters and then basket pressed to complete fermentation in barrel
Utterly exceptional colour, not normally one of Magill's strong points, opens proceedings. The bouquet adds a layer to the expectation engendered by the colour, with sweet leather a la the Hunter Valley, licorice, and a caravan of spices. The sheer finesse of the palate brings the wheel full circle; French oak adds to the cedary/savoury/spicy elements behind the blackberry and plum fruit. Joins the '06 as the best ever Magill Estate.
97 points James Halliday Wine Companion
Product/Service Sold Out | No |
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En Primeur | No |
New Arrivals | No |
Wine Type | Red Wine |
Wine Style | Traditional |
Country | Australia |
Region | Adelaide Hills |
Varietals | Shiraz |
Vintage | 2012 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Wine Points | 97 |