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Penfolds Shiraz Magill Estate 2015 750ml

size
750ml
country
Australia
region
Mount Lofty Ranges
appellation
Adelaide Hills
5 Ratings
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DC
97
WA
96
JS
96
VM
93
WS
93
Additional vintages
2016 2015 2014 2006 2005 2004
DC
97
Rated 97 by Decanter
This historic single vineyard wine, first produced in 1983 at the original Magill Estate just outside Adelaide’s Central Business District, is one of my perennial favourites in the Penfolds portfolio. And perhaps never more so than in 2015, which has produced an absolutely brilliant effort. Deeply coloured from core to rim, this has an exotic and appealingly complex nose of flowers, beef stock and blackberry. The palate is no less exciting, with super-sweet black bilberry and bramble fruit in a coulis-like concentration. Additional cracked black pepper and violet notes provide depth and interest, as do the sumptuously glossy tannins and sublime acidity which gives the wine such purity and charge. Though medium to full-bodied, the overall effect is one of ethereal lightness, balance and harmony. This is far too young to approach now and will reward serious cellaring for another 15-20 years at least. ... More details
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Penfolds Shiraz Magill Estate 2015 750ml

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Professional Ratings
DC
97
WA
96
JS
96
VM
93
WS
93
DC
97
Rated 97 by Decanter
This historic single vineyard wine, first produced in 1983 at the original Magill Estate just outside Adelaide’s Central Business District, is one of my perennial favourites in the Penfolds portfolio. And perhaps never more so than in 2015, which has produced an absolutely brilliant effort. Deeply coloured from core to rim, this has an exotic and appealingly complex nose of flowers, beef stock and blackberry. The palate is no less exciting, with super-sweet black bilberry and bramble fruit in a coulis-like concentration. Additional cracked black pepper and violet notes provide depth and interest, as do the sumptuously glossy tannins and sublime acidity which gives the wine such purity and charge. Though medium to full-bodied, the overall effect is one of ethereal lightness, balance and harmony. This is far too young to approach now and will reward serious cellaring for another 15-20 years at least.
WA
96
Rated 96 by Wine Advocate
Very deep inky black colored, the 2015 Shiraz Magill Estate has a youthfully mute, broody nose of baked blackberries, preserved plums, crème de cassis and mocha with hints of tobacco, hoisin and cardamom. Medium to full-bodied, concentrated and with great elegance and poise, this is a restrained, earthy, understated style with some playful exotic spice nuances coming through on the finish.
JS
96
Rated 96 by James Suckling
The 30% new American oak is assertive from the get-go here. This has a rich, ripe, later harvested feel to it, quite mellow with toffee and fresh leather as well as rich dark plum, blackberry and chocolate. It's a wine of real presence, unashamedly ripe. An impressive edition of this small, home vineyard gem. Unique in many ways. Drink now to 2030.
VM
93
Rated 93 by Vinous Media
Saturated ruby color. A deeply perfumed, oak-accented bouquet evokes red and blue fruit preserves, pipe tobacco, licorice and vanilla. Sweet and expansive in the mouth, offering impressively concentrated black raspberry, cherry-vanilla and bitter chocolate flavors that are enlivened by a core of smoky minerality. Rich and well-structured, finishing with strong thrust, resonating oiliness, and chewy, steadily building tannins. This wine is a baby; give it some time to allow the lumber component a chance to make nice with the abundant fruit.
WS
93
Rated 93 by Wine Spectator
Supple and juicy, bursting with notes of kirsch, cherry and pomegranate at the core, followed by details of gunpowder tea, iodine, candied ginger and dried sage. The finish becomes increasingly powerful and impressive, with plush tannins. Drink now through 2030. 10 cases imported.
Product Details
size
750ml
country
Australia
region
Mount Lofty Ranges
appellation
Adelaide Hills
Additional vintages
2016 2015 2014 2006 2005 2004
Overview
This historic single vineyard wine, first produced in 1983 at the original Magill Estate just outside Adelaide’s Central Business District, is one of my perennial favourites in the Penfolds portfolio. And perhaps never more so than in 2015, which has produced an absolutely brilliant effort. Deeply coloured from core to rim, this has an exotic and appealingly complex nose of flowers, beef stock and blackberry. The palate is no less exciting, with super-sweet black bilberry and bramble fruit in a coulis-like concentration. Additional cracked black pepper and violet notes provide depth and interest, as do the sumptuously glossy tannins and sublime acidity which gives the wine such purity and charge. Though medium to full-bodied, the overall effect is one of ethereal lightness, balance and harmony. This is far too young to approach now and will reward serious cellaring for another 15-20 years at least.
green grapes

Varietal: Syrah

Whilst there remains plenty of debate over which is the 'correct' name for the Shiraz/Syrah grape varietal, nobody is in any doubt about the influence and popularity this grape has had over recent decades. For centuries, this varietal has been used in single variety and blended wines in the regions of France it is most closely associated with, yet the 20th century saw it become one of the definitive grape varietals of New World red wines, where its big, robust character and spicy, berry-rich flavors proved to be a hit with international audiences. Today, Shiraz/Syrah is said to be the seventh most widely planted grape varietal in the world, and is used for a remarkably wide variety of quality red wines – including still, sparkling and fortified varieties.
fields

Country: Australia

Despite much of Australia being covered by dry, arid deserts and bushland, the southern regions of the country and islands such as Tasmania have proved to be ideal for vineyard cultivation and wine production. The fertile soils and brisk oceanic breezes, coupled with the blazing Australian sunshine allow the grapes to grow to full ripeness before a late harvest, resulting in hugely flavorful wines which appeal to a wide international audience. Combine this with the experimental and daring approach Australian wineries have in regards to wine production, and it becomes clear why Australia has relatively quickly become something of a world leader when it come to exporting their produce to Europe and America. The Shiraz and Chardonnay grape varietals have produced the most successful and broadly appreciated results over the decades, however, in more recent years wineries have begun experimenting with a much wider range of grape varietals, demonstrating how Australian wineries are continuing to adapt and develop alongside international palates.
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Varietal: Syrah

Whilst there remains plenty of debate over which is the 'correct' name for the Shiraz/Syrah grape varietal, nobody is in any doubt about the influence and popularity this grape has had over recent decades. For centuries, this varietal has been used in single variety and blended wines in the regions of France it is most closely associated with, yet the 20th century saw it become one of the definitive grape varietals of New World red wines, where its big, robust character and spicy, berry-rich flavors proved to be a hit with international audiences. Today, Shiraz/Syrah is said to be the seventh most widely planted grape varietal in the world, and is used for a remarkably wide variety of quality red wines – including still, sparkling and fortified varieties.
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Country: Australia

Despite much of Australia being covered by dry, arid deserts and bushland, the southern regions of the country and islands such as Tasmania have proved to be ideal for vineyard cultivation and wine production. The fertile soils and brisk oceanic breezes, coupled with the blazing Australian sunshine allow the grapes to grow to full ripeness before a late harvest, resulting in hugely flavorful wines which appeal to a wide international audience. Combine this with the experimental and daring approach Australian wineries have in regards to wine production, and it becomes clear why Australia has relatively quickly become something of a world leader when it come to exporting their produce to Europe and America. The Shiraz and Chardonnay grape varietals have produced the most successful and broadly appreciated results over the decades, however, in more recent years wineries have begun experimenting with a much wider range of grape varietals, demonstrating how Australian wineries are continuing to adapt and develop alongside international palates.