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Penfolds : Bin 128 Coonawarra Shiraz 2020

Name: Penfolds : Bin 128 Coonawarra Shiraz 2020
Brand: Penfolds
SKU: G407/20
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.46 (140 reviews)

Southern Australia

Coonawarra

- Red - See details

Parker | 92

J. Robinson | 16+

Wine Spectator | 92

J. Suckling | 94

Vinous - A. Galloni | 92

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Marks and reviews

/100

Robert Parker

Erin Larkin

This fruit for the 2020 Bin 128 Coonawarra Shiraz is from Coonawarra as usual, matured for 12 months in French hogsheads (20% new). The nose is aromatically layered with blood plum, raspberry, red licorice and blueberries and loaded with exotic spice and pink peppercorns. This is a gorgeous wine—totally supple and blue fruited, but all in balance with savory tannin. Elegance 101. For now, it is still frisky and energetic—give it a year to let it settle down.

/100

Wine Spectator

MaryAnn Worobiec

Dense, toothsome and complex, this has several layers, with juicy cherry and berry flavors, accents of dried herbs, black tea and olive, plus a hint of richer preserves that lingers in the background. Finishes with heavy spices, a touch of firm clay and thick, velvety tannins. Drink now through 2030. 25 cases imported.

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Decanter

In some years, this regional expression seems muted and awkward, but the 2020 vintage shines thanks to its longer, cooler ripening period. It’s the rounded, savoury entry that grabs your attention, with a chewy texture adding presence and purpose, providing much more than simple fruit satisfaction. The lean, sinewy muscle of the mid-palate keeps you intrigued before it finishes with a lively white pepper prickle. Released at A$60/bottle.

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James Suckling

This wine continues its ascent in quality, and this 2020 vintage shows appealing confidence in its fruit, with concentration, depth, ripeness, and presence. Aromas of red plum, mulberry, and blackberry flow faithfully through to the palate. Supple, pliable tannins and an impressively elegant shape run deep into the finish. A great Bin 128! Drink over the next decade or more.

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Vinous

Josh Raynolds

Saturated violet. Earthy, spice-accented cherry and dark berry scents are complemented by hints of olive, licorice and vanilla. Gently chewy and energetic on the palate, offering focused bitter cherry, cassis and violet pastille flavors that slowly turn sweeter with aeration. Youthfully gripping tannins frame the long, smoky finish, which leaves cherry pit and spice notes behind.

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Falstaff

Intense ruby with purple reflections and a slightly watery rim. An intense and inviting bouquet displaying the typical aromas of fresh mint and dark nougat, reminiscent of After Eight chocolates, with underlying tar and cranberry notes. Juicy and elegant on the palate with freshness and structure, very well integrated tannins and a long mineral-salty finish. An excellent food wine with long ageing potential. Drink now - 2035

Description

The balance and richness of a South Australian Shiraz by Penfolds

The estate

Voted New World Winery of the Year in 2013 by the prestigious Wine Enthusiast magazine, the Penfolds estate had already established itself as an emblem of Australia's great wines thanks to the unparalleled determination of Mary Penfold in the 19th century. Indeed, the co-founder of Penfolds Winery devoted herself body and soul to crafting exceptional wines. This lifetime of work is reflected in the estate's success in establishing itself as a benchmark among South Australian wines. When Max Schubert joined the Penfolds adventure in the 1950s, he instilled in the estate's wines the elegance of the great Bordeaux wines that fascinated him so much. Success was not long in coming when the cellar master created his famous Grange cuvée, which crossed Australian borders to conquer wine lovers around the world.

The vineyard

Penfolds Bin 128 Shiraz 2020 is an Australian wine from the cool Coonawarra region. This area is located in the south-east of South Australia and boasts a unique terroir: the "terra rossa". Measuring 12 kilometers long by 2 wide, its red color comes from the rust present in the limestone soil. This terroir is ideal for vines as it is free-draining. The cool climate is due to the Southern Ocean, which brings breezes that temper the summer heat.

The wine

Penfolds Bin 128 Shiraz 2020 is crafted with grapes from a unique terroir: the "Terra Rossa" in Coonawarra. This region is optimal for producing Shiraz; the wines are elegant and fine, typical of cool climate zones. The first vintage of this cuvée dates back to 1962.

The vintage

Spring was cold with a frost episode that slowed bud development. Flowering took place during a cool period which reduced the number of berries per bunch. The very warm summer necessitated the use of irrigation. Fortunately, January was cooler leading up to the harvest. Yields were very low but quality was very high.

Winemaking and ageing

After harvest and fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in 300-liter French oak hogsheads, including 20% new oak, to highlight Australian methods.

Blend

Shiraz (100%).

Characteristics and tasting tips for Penfolds: Bin 128 Coonawarra Shiraz 2020

Tasting

Color
Dense, the wine has a beautiful dark ruby color.

Nose
The nose mixes aromas of spices like white pepper, black fruits such as blueberry, leather, chocolate as well as garrigue aromas.

Palate
The delicious character evoked by red fruits and good acidity highlight a beautiful structure accompanied by coating tannins. The finish is long and silky.

Food and wine pairing

Game meats or beef will pair perfectly with this wine.

Serving

The ideal serving temperature is between 16 and 18 degrees.

Cellaring potential

Penfolds Bin 128 Coonawarra Shiraz 2020 would benefit from being tasted between 2023 and 2036 to reveal its full aromatic palette.

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