By Annette Shailer
The 2010 Penfolds Luxury and Icon release showcases both red and white wines that excel, exhibiting unique characters, style and qualities.
This year the white wines excel, in particular the Reserve Bin 08A Adelaide Hills Chardonnay, which is said to be one of the finest yet.
A highlight in the red wines is the special celebration for the Penfolds St Henri Shiraz, which marks the 50th commercial release of the wine.
The Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon stands apart and is conceivably the stand out wine of the release.
However, few can go past the much-anticipated 2005 Grange which follows the lauded 2004 vintage.
“This release is a significant package spanning four vintages – these wines are stylised, focused and all proudly display their individual character under the Penfolds stamp,” said Penfolds chief winemaker, Peter Gago.
The 2010 Penfolds Luxury and Icon release includes:
· 2005 Penfolds Grange RRP from $549
· 2007 Penfolds Yattarna Chardonnay RRP $129.99*
· 2008 Penfolds Reserve Bin A Adelaide Hills Chardonnay RRP $89.99
· 2006 St Henri Shiraz RRP $89.99
· 2007 Penfolds Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon RRP $189.99
· 2007 Penfolds RWT Barossa Valley Shiraz RRP $174.99
· 2007 Penfolds Magill Estate Shiraz RRP $114.99*
*Note Magill Estate and Yattarna are available from Penfolds Cellar Doors only.