Penfolds

The Max Schubert South Australia Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz

9.115 ratings
9.91 pro ratings
South Australia, Australia
Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Salami & Prosciutto, Pungent Cheese, Hard Cheese
Top Notes For
DLynn

Penfolds Ambassador

9.9

DLynn had this 11 years ago

DLynn had this 11 years ago

1 person found it helpfulDec 11th, 2015
Katrina Lara

Super interesting and jam almost on the aromas Lots of like vanilla baking spices come through probably oak. tenants are prevalent, but not aggressive definitely a little funk, but not a bad way warm climate taste on the tail end 

Super interesting and jam almost on the aromas Lots of like vanilla baking spices come through probably oak. tenants are prevalent, but not aggressive definitely a little funk, but not a bad way warm climate taste on the tail end 

Feb 27th, 2026
David Walser

Haven’t had a MAX in awhile. Enjoying it with our Indian food tonight.

Haven’t had a MAX in awhile. Enjoying it with our Indian food tonight.

Aug 6th, 2023
David Walser

Went to the Treasury employee store today and bought a few different Penfolds options. Trying this MAX’S tonight, 64% Shiraz, 36% CS. Love the blend.

Went to the Treasury employee store today and bought a few different Penfolds options. Trying this MAX’S tonight, 64% Shiraz, 36% CS. Love the blend.

Nov 30th, 2022
Shelby Walker

Very tannin forward with notes of black currant, leather, sassafras and a bitterness maybe from a dark chocolate or espresso.

Very tannin forward with notes of black currant, leather, sassafras and a bitterness maybe from a dark chocolate or espresso.

Apr 12th, 2021
Mary Panos

Really nice wine - slightly acidic but softening over time. I taste red berries like cherry and there’s some vanilla and oak bites that get stronger as it airs

Really nice wine - slightly acidic but softening over time. I taste red berries like cherry and there’s some vanilla and oak bites that get stronger as it airs

Feb 19th, 2021
Ana Maria Fernandez

I have a special love for penfolds! This has so much aging potential , definitely will buy another bottle and save it for the next five years to drink

Dark red !! fine and well balanced tannins. Cranberry, plums, peppery, with a long earthy taste at the end

Plus the bottle design was cool!

I have a special love for penfolds! This has so much aging potential , definitely will buy another bottle and save it for the next five years to drink

Dark red !! fine and well balanced tannins. Cranberry, plums, peppery, with a long earthy taste at the end

Plus the bottle design was cool!

Jul 18th, 2020
Jared Dmello

Jared had this 6 months ago

Jared had this 6 months ago

Dec 25th, 2025
Pristine Schmitt

Pristine had this 2 years ago

Pristine had this 2 years ago

May 15th, 2024
Nick Shavladze

Nick had this 2 years ago

Nick had this 2 years ago

Mar 27th, 2024