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The 2023 Bin 138 is silky, spicy and medium-bodied, with attractively dry tannins to balance the sweetness from the fruit. There are earthy and root, exotic spice and mineral notes, with dark berry fruits. It's a blend of 56% Grenache, 38% Shiraz and the balance Mataro/Mouverdre, all components vinified separately, matured for 12 months in seasoned French and American oak hogsheads. 14.5% alcohol, sealed under natural cork.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Erin Larkin, Wine Advocate
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56% Grenache, 38% Shiraz, 6% Mataro. ‘The Barossa Valley’s 2023 vintage … was a testament to grape grower’s resilience and adaptation in the face of varied climatic conditions.’ Cool spring with torrential rain in October continued wet and cool until December/January. ‘The 2023 vintage concluded with yields surpassing expectations, a result of the advantageous late-season weather and vigilance during the spring tempests.’ Aged for 12 months in seasoned French and American oak hogsheads. TA 6.0 g/l, pH 3.65. Mid-depth garnet. Savoury and meaty on the nose. A little chewy on the end without that much depth but competent and definitely Australian! (JR)
The 2023 Grenache blend Bin 138 has a Côtes du Rhône feel with layers of pure blackberry and cherry compote aromas layered with charcuterie and spice. This is impressive for its age. The 2023 is slick, medium-bodied and somewhat understated due to the vintage, but this retains integrity through the al dente finish.
About the producer
Penfolds is Australia’s most famous wine producer, known best for their iconic top wine, Grange. First produced commercially in 1952, Grange has since gone on to become one of the world’s most famous fine wines. In 2001, the wine was listed as an Australian heritage icon.