This range of wines were affectionately named after Dr Christopher Rawson Penfolds family home, “Grange Cottage”, which he built in 1845, just one year after he planted his first vines in a property in Magill. Penfolds Rawson's Retreat wines present classic single-varietal and varietal blends in an approachable, fresh-flavoured style. Drawing on our extensive vineyard resources, these wines offer first-rate quality presenting the drinker with an affordable taste of everyday Australian wine at its best. We invite you to explore and enjoy the Rawson’s Retreat range of wines. GRAPE VARIETY 52% Shiraz 48% Cabernet Sauvignon VINEYARD REGION South Eastern Australia WINE ANALYSIS Alc/Vol: 13.5%, Acidity: 6.0 gL, pH: 3.60 MATURATION Stainless Steel and 20% matured on French and American oak COLOUR Deep vivid red with bright purple hues NOSE Lovely blackcurrant and cassis followed by plums and dark cherries emanate from the glass. Hints of aniseed and cinnamon add complexity to the aromatics.  PALATE Rich, sweet upfront fruit sweep the mouth. Blueberries, raspberries and violets coat the tongue. Concentrated dark fruits coupled with sweet spices from subtle use of oak are evident. Soft velvety tannins round out a balanced palate with good length