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Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2020

SKU: PE28202010 UCAU

$46.00

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Matured in old Grange Barrels.

First made in 1959, Bin 28 is a multi-region, multi-vineyard blend, with the Barossa Valley always well represented.

Ripe, robust and generously flavoured.

Critic Scores

95 // Andrew Caillard MW

""Medium-deep crimson. Classic dark chocolate espresso dark berry aromas with malty/ liquorice notes. Lovely choco-berry fruits, some cola/ chinotto/ roasted coffee notes, fine supple loose-knit grainy tannins, very good mid-palate density and underlying savoury complexity. Finishes velvety firm and minerally. Very Penfoldsian with lovely intensity, chocolaty richness and energy. Where less can be more.""

95 // Huon Hooke

"This year’s Bin 28 is a blend of grapes from McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, Padthaway and Clare Valley. A very deep, rich, red-purple colour introduces a wine with a reserved bouquet of black fruits and subtle tar, mocha, espresso coffee traces. It’s full-bodied and rich, the tongue-coating tannins very ample and persuasive but also supple and balanced. A quite powerful Bin 28 that will live long and well."

94 // Winepilot

""Originally known as Kalimna Shiraz after the Barossa vineyard it was sourced from, now we have four SA regions in play without the Kalimna name attached. You couldn't taste a more classic Penfolds shiraz than this with all its rich, dark, ripe fruit inside a subtle wrap of American oak that adds familiar chocolate and spice notes to the palate. There's cola too, then some crumbled earthiness, while fruit acidity remains lively and the textural tannin profile friendly and welcoming. Value is most attractive as well." - Tony Love"

94 // Wine Spectator

""Ripe and generous, but the aromatics take this to the next level, with notes of cardamom, paprika and dried rose petal, plus touches of candied violet and cocoa powder, to complement the core of fleshy blackberry, black cherry and cassis. The tannins are dense but velvety, and this finishes with warm chocolaty notes. Drink now through 2035". - Maryann Worobiec"

92 // Campbell Mattinson

"I’m still calling this Penfolds Bin 28 Kalimna, for the sake of the Search function, though of course the word Kalimna has fallen from the official name of the wine. This 2020 release was grown in the McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, Padthaway and Clare Valley regions. 12 months in American oak, 16% new. Chocolate into plum, mocha into black cherry, a tip into darker, more blackberried territory. Tannin here gives the wine a seriousness; a presence beyond the usual. Again this isn’t a heralded vintage but again this is on song or better. A touch boozy on the finish perhaps but nicely done all around."

Product Details

Red

2020

Shiraz

Penfolds

South Australia, Australia

10-15 Years

Stelvin

14.5%

750ml (Bottle)

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Description
Blend of McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, Padthaway, Clare Valley. Aged for 12 Months American (16% New) Oak Hogsheads. Approachable. Rich, opulent red cherries, plum pudding with currants. Layered fruit with earthy spices. Mouthcoating, chewy tannins. Cherry pip acidity.

"The 2020 Bin 28 is a classic expression of the Penfolds House Style. The Art of Multi-Regional blending provides familiar warmth and comfort". - Matt Woo, Winemaker
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Aroma:

Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal

Palate:

Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

Tasting Notes

Description

Blend of McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, Padthaway, Clare Valley. Aged for 12 Months American (16% New) Oak Hogsheads. Approachable. Rich, opulent red cherries, plum pudding with currants. Layered fruit with earthy spices. Mouthcoating, chewy tannins. Cherry pip acidity.

"The 2020 Bin 28 is a classic expression of the Penfolds House Style. The Art of Multi-Regional blending provides familiar warmth and comfort". - Matt Woo, Winemaker

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Aroma:

Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal

Palate:

Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

Penfolds

Penfolds, a renowned winery steeped in history, traces its origins back to 1844 when it was founded by Dr. Christopher Rawson Penfold, a young English doctor, and his wife Mary. Nestled in Magill, on the outskirts of Adelaide, they established a humble cottage and planted vine cuttings from the South of France, laying the foundation for what would become an iconic winemaking legacy.

Fast forward to 1989, when Peter Gago joined the Penfolds team. With his exceptional talent and expertise, he ascended to the position of Chief Winemaker in 2002, leading a remarkable team of experienced winemakers. Under his guidance, they diligently uphold the traditions set by the previous owners and continually strive for excellence in winemaking.

Central to Penfolds' winemaking philosophy is their signature multi-regional blending approach. By sourcing grapes from diverse regions, such as Adelaide, the Barossa Valley, the Clare Valley, Coonawarra, Limestone Coast, and McLaren Vale, they craft wines that showcase the finest qualities of each terroir. These wines are a harmonious fusion of flavors, meticulously balanced to achieve an exceptional taste profile.

Penfolds' dedication to quality is evident not only in their grape selection but also in their winemaking techniques. Embracing the use of fine-grained American and French oak, along with barrel fermentation and maturation, they enhance the wines' complexity and character.

Throughout its existence, Penfolds has played a pivotal role in the evolution of winemaking not just in Australia but across the world. With a legacy spanning nearly two centuries, they have firmly established themselves as one of Australia's most esteemed and influential wineries.

Today, Penfolds sources grapes from an extensive network of over 220 vineyards scattered throughout Australia. From this vast collection, only the very best grapes are chosen, ensuring that every bottle bears the mark of the brand's uncompromising commitment to excellence. Whether enjoyed locally or savored by wine enthusiasts worldwide, Penfolds wines continue to exemplify the epitome of Australian winemaking mastery.

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