2010 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz
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2010 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz

South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$130. 00
Bottle
$1560.00 Dozen
Cellar: 8 - 10 Years (2021-2023)
ABV: 14.5%
Closure: Screw Cap

Tasted August 3rd 2013: Outstanding impenetrable inky black purple colour with very deep black purple hue. Superb nose with aromas of blackcurrant intermixed with blackberry followed by some liquorice, vanillin confectionary and spice scents. The palate reveals one of the most rich and concentrated Bin 389’s produced to date with mouthfilling flavours of ripe blackberry, liquorice and blackcurrant with some undertones of spicy vanillin cedar and a touch of blackpepper on the back palate. Superb structural qualities perfectly complement the wines fruit intensity. Fine grained, dryish but perfectly tannins. Long rich blackberry, liquorice, blackcurrant and spicy vanillin oak aftertaste. One of the all time classic Bin 389’s.
Cellar 8-10 years plus.
Alc 14.5%

Other Reviews.....
A 51/49% blend of cabernet sauvignon and shiraz sourced from seven regions in SA, matured for 14 months in American oak hogsheads (40% new). Shares the exceptional depth of purple-crimson colour with the other superstars of this vintage. It is full-bodied, with layer-upon-layer of flavour, yet has a plush, welcoming character. The perfectly ripe blackcurrant and blackberry fruit has a coat of Belgian chocolate, the oak already submerged under the fruit. Drink by 2045.
96 points
James Halliday - Australian Wine Companion