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1996 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz
South Australia,
AUSTRALIA
$165. 00
Bottle
$1980.00 Dozen
Cellar: 8 - 10 Years (2007-2009)
ABV: 13.5%
Closure: Cork
A great example of Bin 389. A blend of 50% Cabernet and 50% Shiraz which has been matured for 14 months in American oak, 25% of which was new wood. Opaque vibrant, crimson purple colour - a visual delight. Magnificent lifted nose of violets, blackcurrants, vanilla and toasted oak with a blackberry spice end note. The palate reflects the nose with generous flavours of ripe plum, blackcurrants and liquorice - full bodied and supported by very fine, assertive, yet well balanced tannins, which linger into the aftertaste. Long liquorice, blackcurrant, chocolate and toasted oak aftertaste. A Classic.
RATING: 91/100
VALUE: XXXX/5