In the future this annual release is likely to expand, as the Wines of the World project gathers speed. This Penfolds Collection 2022 is a gear shift, because it now incorporates Californian and French partnerships and ventures. Aside from Australian, Californian and Bordeaux releases, the cross-Pacific blends and Franco-Australian wines all add further grist to the mill. Experimentation and transformation are themes that underpin this year’s collection. It makes for one of the most interesting and controversial releases in the history of Penfolds. On the other hand, the golden thread of the signature Penfolds house style weaves through the portfolio, creating familiarity, consistency and connectivity. Even though the world faces uncertain times, the Penfolds Collection 2022 represents forward thinking and optimism, as well as offering a very solid and engaging range of wines. Scores PENFOLDS AUSTRALIAN COLLECTION 2022 2018 Penfolds Bin 95 Grange Shiraz – 100 points 2020 Penfolds Bin 144 Yattarna Chardonnay – 99 points 2020 Penfolds Bin 150 Marananga Shiraz – 98 points 2020 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz – 97 points 2020 Penfolds RWT Bin 798 Shiraz – 96 points 2021 Penfolds Reserve Bin A Chardonnay – 96 points 2019 Penfolds St Henri Shiraz – 95 points 2019 Penfolds Bin 169 Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon – 95 points 2020 Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz – 95 points 2021 Penfolds Bin 311 Chardonnay – 95 points 2022 Penfolds Bin 51 Riesling – 95 points 2021 Penfolds Bin 23 Pinot Noir – 94 points 2020 Penfolds Bin 138 Shiraz, Grenache Mataro – 93 points 2020 Penfolds Magill Estate Shiraz – 92 points 2020 Penfolds Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon – 92 points 2020 Penfolds Bin 128 Coonawarra Shiraz, Coonawarra – 91 points
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The Vintage Journal – Verticals
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