Max’s Rosé is a tribute to former Chief Winemaker Max Schubert 1948–1975,a legend in Penfolds history. Max’s constant pursuit of excellence paved the way for those that followed, and allowed the status and heritage of Penfolds to grow. Max discovered the pleasure of drinking fresh bright Rosé on one of his early trips to Europe. This wine has all the hallmarks of a well-balanced, bright young Rosé crafted with early drinking in mind. An exotic amalgam of highly perfumed aromatics compete for attention: watermelon granita, fresh quince, juniper berries, sherbet, finger lime and fresh cream. The palate is no less intriguing, with a texture as silky as talcum powder. A burst of refreshing flavours explodes across the palate lead by white pepper, wild white strawberries, Cara navel oranges and jasmine blossom. A slatey minerality brings some measure of austerity with a light phenolic grip tying the whole package together.