{"product_id":"penfolds-ii-dourthe-cabernet-sauvignon-2022","title":"Penfolds II Dourthe Cabernet Sauvignon 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003ePenfolds II Dourthe Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is a limited release of extraordinary ambition — born from a quest to create something real, different, and aspiringly lofty. The result of a remarkable collaboration between Penfolds and their trusted Bordeaux partner Dourthe, this wine brings together the finest Cabernet Sauvignon from two of the world’s greatest regions: 64% Bordeaux and 32% Coonawarra. Matured in predominantly new French oak, it has earned 96 points from Ken Gargett and 95 points from Decanter, Halliday Wine Companion, The Real Review, and Ray Jordan. Peak drinking 2026–2052. A wine of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep magenta, opaque at the core — the rich, concentrated colour of a limited release Cabernet Sauvignon of genuine ambition, sourced from two of the world’s greatest Cabernet regions and matured in predominantly new French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrooding and deeply complex — a saturation of black fruits, predominantly blackcurrant and cassis with rosehip and damson, meshed with black olive tapenade and prosciutto. A heady perfume of garrigue — rosemary, sage, bay leaves, thyme, juniper, lavender, and mint — with star anise and musk adding intrigue. An initial impression of char and soot gives way to graphite and cigar box upon sitting. Real depth. Perceptually classic, yet entirely its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImmediately seduced by exotic yet restrained fruits — fresh blackcurrant, boysenberry, and mulberry — with an underlying gamey meatiness of cured meats and venison carpaccio. Granular tannins of mouthwatering grip complement the density of the palate — not quite Italian, but geographically heading that way. A minerality manifested as quarry stone with quartz and granite heaviness; polished oak and graphite affording a subtle conveyance to the back palate. Density, saturation, and grip define the structure. A taut muscularity. Roundness. Completeness. Otherness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairs With\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wine of this ambition deserves the finest table — aged prime beef, venison, duck confit, truffle-based dishes, and aged hard cheeses are natural companions. Equally rewarding now with decanting, and will develop extraordinary complexity through to 2052.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong, structured, and deeply satisfying — graphite, cigar box, blackcurrant, and the garrigue perfume of Bordeaux lingering together in a close of genuine distinction. A wine of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKen Gargett\u003c\/strong\u003e — 96 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavid Sly, Decanter\u003c\/strong\u003e — 95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e — 95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHuon Hooke, The Real Review\u003c\/strong\u003e — 95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRay Jordan\u003c\/strong\u003e — 95 Points\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Penfolds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48607160860921,"sku":"9310297055470-2022","price":499.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/penfolds-ii-dourthe-cabernet-sauvignon-2022.webp?v=1782711193","url":"https:\/\/winesellersdirect.com.au\/products\/penfolds-ii-dourthe-cabernet-sauvignon-2022","provider":"Wine Sellers Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}