One of the few Penfolds reds matured exclusively in French oak, the 2018 Bin 128 Coonawarra Shiraz shows a fair bit of vanilla and cedar on the nose, complemented by blueberries, raspberries and peppery spice. Medium to full-bodied, it's not as big or rich as the other Shiraz in the portfolio, but it's attractive for its smooth, silky feel and intricate spice shadings. It should drink well for at least a decade.

Dense, complex and bold, this fragrant red shows Szechuan peppercorn, black licorice, dried violet, sweet paprika and fine cocoa powder mingling with dense blackberry, dried blueberry and chocolate-covered cherry flavors. The tannins are firm but fine-grained. Drink now through 2035. 108 cases imported.??–MW??Region: Australia / Coonawarra Select to Add