Description
"Bin 389 is 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. The 2023 release leaves a lasting impression of power and elegance – layered and balanced, with rich dark fruits, supple tannins, and a long, savoury finish. Presented in a signature Penfolds gift box, it offers the perfect way to mark the moment, ready to gift for anniversaries, birthdays, and life’s most memorable celebrations." - Producer Notes
"Deep crimson. Perfumed violet, praline, blackcurrant/ blackberry aromas with inky/chinotto notes. Voluminous and sinuous with beautiful pure cassis, chinotto flavours, plentiful fine chalky al-dente tannins and well-balanced roasted chestnut/ marzipan/ vanilla notes. Builds up brambly firm at the finish. Lovely density, vinosity and flow. Drink now through to 2045." - 96 Points, Andrew Caillard MW, The Vintage Journal
"The 12 months in oak (33% new) adds a creamy coconut sheen to the generous mouthful of summer pudding berries, fleshy blue plums and more savoury tones of fennel salami, mocha and cigar box spice. Fine tannins, bright acidity and a firm structure deliver power and polish, already approachable but with a long life, and more complexity, ahead. A standout this vintage." - 96 Points, Tina Gellie, Decanter
