Deep inky ruby colour. Complex nose with licorice, damp earth, cedar and new leather from the use of American oak. Dry, full bodied well balanced wine with savoury spices, vanilla bean and dark chocolate flavours. Ripe tannins build in the mouth to produce a long finish. Cabernet Sauvignon drives this wine with Shiraz filling the palate. Beautifully well balanced wine and deserves it’s title of ‘baby Grange’
Penfolds
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Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz 2019, South Australia
Vintage: 2019
Rating: Outstanding
RRP: $100
Ratings Key:
Outstanding (Score range 95-100)
Often an internationally recognised, leading brand or winery – but not always! Produces a classic wine that is a faultless representation of the style/variety. Complexity on the nose and a seamless palate are an example of the hallmarks of an outstanding wine.
Highly Recommended (Score range 92-94)
A quality focused wine that has plenty of style. Length of palate and intensity are often key characteristics of highly recommended wines. These producers could be the ones to watch in the future.
Recommended (Score range 89-91)
An above average well-made, reflection of the style/variety, which often represents good value for money.