Penfolds
Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz 2022
| Denomination | N/A |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | South Australia (Australia) |
| Grape varieties | 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 49% Syrah |
| Aging | 12 months in American oak barrels (37% new). |
- Grape variety and vintage: Blend composed of 51% Cabernet Sauvignon and 49% Shiraz, harvested in 2022
- Wood ageing: 12 months in American oak (37% new), typical Penfolds style
- Aromatic profile: Notes of red fruits, soy, sesame and dried shiitake mushrooms
- Taste and finish: Dry, rich and flavourful palate, earthy finish with hints of liquorice and anise
- Pairings: 15-18 °C, decant for 1 hour. Ideal with grilled red meats and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine is it
Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz is a still, dry red wine, created from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. In the glass, it displays a bright garnet colour that hints at a deep aromatic and flavour profile. On the palate, it reveals a full body and a solid structure, able to balance the richness of the fruit with the contribution of the wood. The sip is distinctly savoury, enriched by a persistent, earthy finish with notes of liquorice root and anise. Thanks to its perfect balance, this Australian red wine boasts remarkable ageing potential.
Where does it come from
The grapes are sourced from the most renowned wine districts of South Australia, including the areas of Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale and Coonawarra. This careful territorial selection defines the broad and layered flavour profile typical of Penfolds. First created in 1960 by Max Schubert in the historic Magill cellars, the wine takes its name from its original storage compartment. Today, it is famous worldwide as Baby Grange, as it matures in barrels previously used for the prestigious Grange.
How is it produced
The production process involves an initial fermentation in stainless steel tanks, completed directly in wood. The wine then matures for twelve months in American oak barrels, ensuring excellent aromatic integration. The bouquet is particularly complex, blending notes of red fruits with hints of soy, sesame, chocolate, smoke, vanilla and dried shiitake mushrooms. On the palate, it offers a powerful and rich sip, with well-balanced toasted and spicy nuances. Due to its significant structure, it is the ideal companion for grilled red meats and mature hard cheeses.
History and Curiosities
Created by Max Schubert in 1960, this iconic red is renowned worldwide as Baby Grange, as it is matured in the same American oak barrels used for the previous vintage of Grange. The name pays tribute to the original storage compartment of the historic Magill cellars. Combining the robust structure of Cabernet Sauvignon with the fruity richness of Shiraz, Penfolds Bin 389 offers consistently high quality and a formidable ageing potential, establishing itself as the masterpiece that forged the prestige of the Australian estate.
Awards
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2022
97/100
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2022
93/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2022
93/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2022
95/100
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2022
94/100
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Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Oenologist: Peter Gago
In 1844 Dr Penfold and his wife Mary purchased the Mackgill estate, "comprising 500 acres of the choicest land." By all accounts it was Mary Penfold who was responsible for the management and early winemaking responsibilities of the fledgling wine estate. Initially the wines - made from grenache – were prescribed as tonic wines for anaemic patients and the famous Penfolds slogan ‘1844 to evermore’ harks back to its origins as a prescribed tonic.
The 1990s was a period of intense winemaking trials. The ‘White Grange’ project saw the release of Penfolds Yattarna Chardonnay. The barrage of media attention was extraordinary, illustrating Australia’s national interest in the Penfolds brand. Red wine trials resulted in the release of Penfolds’ first Barossa shiraz, RWT (Red Winemaking Trial).
In 2002 veteran oenologist Peter Gago became Chief Winemaker and since that time Penfolds has reached into every major wine market in the world. The strength of Penfolds is that the wine comes first. Penfolds’ range of table wines is utterly Australian, evoking a generosity of spirit and the beauty of the Australian landscape Read more
| Name | Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | N/A |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 49% Syrah |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | South Australia |
| Vendor | Penfolds |
| Story | History and Curiosities Created by Max Schubert in 1960, this iconic red is renowned worldwide as Baby Grange, as it is matured in the same American oak barrels used for the previous vintage of Grange. The name pays tribute to the original storage compartment of the historic Magill cellars. Combining the robust structure of Cabernet Sauvignon with the fruity richness of Shiraz, Penfolds Bin 389 offers consistently high quality and a formidable ageing potential, establishing itself as the masterpiece that forged the prestige of the Australian estate. |
| Origin | Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Coonawarra (South Australia) |
| Production technique | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks; some components complete fermentation in barriques |
| Wine making | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with head panels coated in wax/wood; some components complete fermentation in barriques. |
| Aging | 12 months in American oak barrels (37% new). |
| Total acidity | 6.9 gr/L |
| PH | 3.64 |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |