Superblend Overview 

Two Interpretations. Superblend 802.A and Superblend 802.B represent two unique interpretations of the iconic Australian blend of cabernet sauvignon and shiraz, sourced from unique parcels destined for Penfolds flagships.

The Superblend 802.A components were aged separately in new American oak hogsheads for 22 months prior to being blended. 

🏆 Professional Awards & Reviews

Awards & Accolades – Penfolds Superblend 802.A Cabernet Shiraz 2018

• 99 Points – Livets Goda Magazine

• 98 Points – James Halliday

• 98 Points – Tyson Stelzer

• 97 Points – Andrew Caillard MW

• 96 Points – Josh Raynolds

99 Points – Livets Goda Magazine

"The density of the wine’s color is like an impenetrable fortress… yet the wine moves in the glass consistently, step by step, with purpose. Cedar, cassis, plum, blackberry, tobacco, roasted coffee beans… the viscosity is delightful, a silky embrace of tannins… licorice and mint… a peppery spiciness… tomatoes, blood orange, and bitter orange… a grand and welcome wine in the Penfolds range."

98 Points – Tyson Stelzer

“Stature, power and might. The framework of cabernet in the presence of 100% new American oak hogsheads projects a 707‑esque presence, within which a one‑third inclusion of shiraz builds dramatic palate depth and intrigue. … A grand display of monumental fruit and a line and length that hark back to the glory days of Bin 60A and the ensuing legends of Penfolds cabernet shiraz. Superblend, A‑class indeed!”

97 Points – Andrew Caillard MW

“Deep Crimson. Beautiful wine with lifted blackcurrant, blackberry, mulberry, dark chocolate mocha aromas and herb garden/chinotto notes. Inky textured and richly concentrated wine with deep‑set cassis… plentiful fine‑grained, vigorous tannins… attractive mid‑palate viscosity and superb integrated mocha‑malt oak notes. Finishes firm and minerally with a lovely fine chocolaty plume. Harks back to the experimental age. Lovely classic Penfolds wine.”

96 Points – Josh Raynolds

“Inky ruby. A slow‑to‑open bouquet displays powerful dark berry, cherry‑cola, pipe tobacco and savory herb qualities… complemented by oak spice and coconut accents. Densely packed bitter cherry, mocha, black cardamom and fruitcake flavors show superb depth as well as energy… smokier on the strikingly long finish… extremely long and youthfully tannic. Made in all new American oak.”

Note: Minor Scuffs on outer Gift Pack