Since 1844, Penfolds has been grounded in experimentation, curiosity and uncompromising quality. This pioneering spirit still rings true after nearly two centuries and is what has helped them become one of the most celebrated winemakers in the world today. The creation of this limited release Cabernet Sauvignon began as a quest to create something real, different, and aspiringly lofty, together with our trusted partner Dourthe Bordeaux. The French component of this wine was made at two of the Dourthe-owned wineries. Australian components of this wine were made at Penfolds Nuriootpa Winery (South Australia). The French and Australian components were blended and bottled in South Australia. A natural match with lamb studded with rosemary and thyme. Slow braised beef cheeks. Cheese: English cheddar, Grana Padano, Limburger.

This CDP wine features a dark ruby garnet color with violet reflections and a subtle lightening at the rim. The bouquet is nuanced with herbal spices, smoky minerality, fine dry spice notes, and black berry fruit accented by thyme and sage. Hints of saddle leather and undergrowth add complexity. On the palate, it is powerful and complex, with flavors of blueberry jam and black cherries supported by ripe, rounded tannins. Notes of candied violets and black truffles emerge, leading to a firm, long finish with a touch of animalistic spice. This wine has definite aging potential.

translucent pale ruby; bramble fruits, spice, dried herbs and coffee grounds; fresh red plum and cherry fruit, mint, savouriness and very gentle tannins; well-made from good fruit; adept, elegant and rounded. Improves with aeration and will gain some complexity with more bottle age. Fresh enough to serve without food, match with pizza, sausages or roast chicken.

Since 1844, Penfolds has been grounded in experimentation, curiosity and uncompromising quality. This pioneering spirit still rings true after nearly two centuries and is what has helped them become one of the most celebrated winemakers in the world today. A rich tradition of experimentation and a quest to source quality grapes from afar continues to inspire Penfolds winemaking curiosity. This is the second release of Penfolds French Winemaking Trial, a wine sourced from exceptional vineyards across Bordeaux using time proven Penfolds techniques. Anchored by a philosophy of selecting grapes and blending quality wines to a House Style, FWT 585 continues to propel Penfolds into its future. A natural match with lamb studded with rosemary and thyme. Slow braised beef cheeks. Cheese: English cheddar, Gruyère de Comté, Ossau-Iraty.

A Bordeaux blend, but not as you know it. The fourth release of Penfolds French Winemaking Trial, FWT 585 is crafted with quality fruit from the storied vineyards of France, using time-honoured Penfolds techniques. Explore vibrant red fruits, florals, spice and creamy oak notes. Intriguing, expressive, and destined to age with grace.

The storied vineyards of France famously gave Max Schubert his inspiration for Grange. With this release we head back to France for the inaugural FWT 543 release. A classic Australian blend of structural Cabernet Sauvignon and rich, textural Syrah, reimagined in a French context. Fruit sweetness intertwines with brioche oak and lively acidity for a sensory delight.

Biodynamically farmed Malbec by the very open-minded 6th gen winemaker Fabien Jouves in France’s Cahors region. One hectare of Malbec is aged and undergoes elevage in Amphorae, letting the dizzying limestone hills and its fifty year old vines do the talking. In this case, less is definitely more. No sulphites added, it’s a red fruit salad that’s as clean as they come.