FWT 585 Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Petit Verdot 2021

FWT 585 Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Petit Verdot 2021OVERVIEW: A rich tradition of experimentation and a quest to source quality grapes from afar continues to inspire Penfolds winemaking curiosity. This is the fourth 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. GRAPE

OVERVIEW:
A rich tradition of experimentation and a quest to source quality grapes from afar continues to inspire Penfolds
winemaking curiosity. This is the fourth 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.

GRAPE VARIETY & REGION:
56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 41% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot
Vin de France

NOSE:
An array of dark fruits and florals. Leading the way, sun-dried fig, succulent fresh blueberries, and delicate violets. This wine exudes a lovely, sweet fruit essence, elevating the aromatics with a richness that is undeniably Penfolds. Subtle undertones of mocha
blend with gâteau de fruit à pain, while paprika and turmeric spice add depth. Oak maturation imparts further complexity, introducing the refined essence of blond tabac, a fragrant blend of bergamot, neroli, lavender, tobacco, oakmoss, and vanilla. A hint of struck flint provides a stony-mineral counterpoint to the sweet/spice richness, resulting in a diverse bouquet.

PALATE:
A lavish display of sweet and sour Amarena cherries emerges, akin to a decadent black cherry tart with crème fraîche. This lush fruit core is balanced by a refreshing herbaceous nuance, with bay leaf and chocolate mint offering a counterpoint to the buoyant fruit. The toasty oak is masterfully integrated, folded into the core rather than imposed, contributing to the creamy texture that endures with each sip. The structure of the wine is framed by fine, pebbly tannins, which lend a tactile sensation akin to the smoothness of wet stone. There is a finely sculpted muscularity, a hallmark of a wine with a strong backbone. This wine, while already approachable, possesses an inherent tension that suggests it will continue to unfold and reveal its full splendour with patience and time in the cellar. It commands attention, balancing power and poise with a deft touch.