Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz 2022 LNY Snake Magnum 1.5L Gift Box

Bin 389 was often referred to as ‘Baby Grange’, in part because components of the wine are matured in the same barrels that held the previous vintage of Grange. First made in 1960 by the legendary Max Schubert, this was the wine that helped forge Penfolds reputation with red wine drinkers by combining the structure of Cabernet Sauvignon with the richness of Shiraz. Exemplifying the judicious balance of fruit and oak, Bin 389 highlights the generous mid-palate Penfolds is known for.

This wine is both an ode to tradition and an expression of modern excellence; it is at once familiar yet continues to indulge even the most discerning palates with its layered complexity.– Andrew Baldwin, Penfolds Red Winemaker

Awards

98 Points - Andrew Caillard MW

97 Points - David Sly, Decanter

95 Points - Tyson Stelzer

95 Points - Ken Gargett

95 Points - Jeni Port, Winepilot

TASTING NOTES

Colour

Glossy, dark red/purple

Nose

It opens with the rich, deep tones of mahogany and the refined scent of a cigar box. Baking spice is present alongside tart red currant and cranberry, while the aroma of fresh pastries rounds out the note.

Palate

The palate is immediately enveloped by cocoa powder-like tannins — smooth yet profound in their impact. The wine boasts volumes of Cabernet character, showcasing cool fruits that are well lifted and vibrant. A barrel ferment nuance adds depth without overshadowing the fruit's purity. Sourdough notes bring a rustic edge which complement the lush profiles of plum fruits, blackberry, mulberry, wild cherries and more distinctly tart morello cherries.