Penfolds · Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz 2022 · South Australia · 750ml
Bin 28 showcases ripe, robust, generously flavored Australian Shiraz. First made in 1959 and originally named for Penfolds’ Kalimna vineyard, it is now a multi-region, multi-vineyard blend, with the Barossa Valley well represented according to the supplied producer background.
Character & Style
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Penfolds · Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz 2022 · South Australia · 750ml
Bin 28 showcases ripe, robust, generously flavored Australian Shiraz. First made in 1959 and originally named for Penfolds’ Kalimna vineyard, it is now a multi-region, multi-vineyard blend, with the Barossa Valley well represented according to the supplied producer background.
Character & Style
The supplied reviews describe blackberry, plum, blueberry, and cherry alongside spice, savory nuances, and American-oak character. Vinous highlights the 2022’s bold yet balanced structure and ripe tannins, while Wine Spectator emphasizes fresh fruit balanced by vanilla, almond nougat, milk chocolate, and warm spices.
Expert Reviews - Vintage 2022
Australian Wine Companion · 95 Points
Quelle surprise! Penfolds impresses with a multi-regional blend. It's something they do so well; a combination of vineyard resources and masterful blending with such quality and consistency across their 'Bin' range of wines. Deep set satsuma plum, blackberry and blueberry fruits with hints of baking spices, charcuterie, violets, fennel tops, dried herbs, nicely-judged American oak and a gentle earthen hue. There's a lovely, bright fruit presence here; long, flavourful and delicious now with the promise of excellent cellaring potential.
James Suckling · 93 Points
The aromas of crushed stones and blackberries are impressive. Dark fruit and dusty tannins are spread out on the medium-bodied palate. It delivers plenty of pretty fruit that goes long and focused.
Vinous · 93 Points
Fans of classically broad shouldered and flavorsome vintages of Shiraz Bin 28 will be very happy with the 2022. It is bold yet balanced, rich and ripe but also with a strong heart and cellaring potential. It radiates with blackberry, cherry compote, and new leather aromas with faint spicy tones. The structure shows its class, particularly with the tannin ripeness and weight which holds the wine's shape through to a lengthy finish. Enjoyable now, but will be impressive after a decade in the cellar.
Wine Spectator · 93 Points
Offers an impressive mix of fruit flavors and oak influences, finding an expressive balance between framboise, cherry and pomegranate flavors that are ripe, fleshy and fresh. On the oak side, smooth vanilla, almond nougat and milk chocolate notes are showy, along with grace notes of cedar, Saigon cinnamon and clove. Drink now through 2033.
Producer Background
The magic of Penfolds begins in the vineyard.
The selection of vineyard sites and quality of fruit have always underpinned Penfolds reputation. Over a 175-year history, Penfolds has owned and leased some of the best vineyard sites in Australia, and work with carefully selected growers to stay true to our fruit-first philosophy of multi-vineyard, multi-regional sourcing.
Today, Penfolds vineyards are located primarily across South Australia’s finest wine regions. At the heart is Penfolds Magill Estate. Dr Christopher and Mary Penfold planted the first vines here back in 1844, and even today Magill Vineyard still contributes fruit to Grange when vintage conditions allow.
The Penfolds winemaking philosophy is unbound by country, vine or time. This endeavour continues with Penfolds venture into California.
Bin 28 offers a showcase of warm climate Australian Shiraz – ripe, robust and generously flavoured. First made in 1959, Bin 28 was originally named after the famous Barossa Valley Kalimna vineyard purchased by Penfolds in 1945 and from which the wine was originally sourced. Today, Bin 28 is a multi-region, multi-vineyard blend, with the Barossa Valley always well represented
Serving & Pairing Suggestions
Serve slightly below room temperature and consider decanting to explore the fruit and spice. Try with grilled lamb, roast beef, or hearty mushroom dishes. The supplied reviews suggest both current enjoyment and cellaring potential; Wine Spectator specifies drinking through 2033.
Wine Details
- Producer: Penfolds
- Wine: Bin 28 Kalimna
- Vintage: 2022
- Grape: Shiraz
- Region: South Australia
- Country: Australia
- Sourcing described: Multi-region, multi-vineyard blend
- Bottle size: 750ml
- Supplied ratings: Australian Wine Companion 95; James Suckling 93; Vinous 93; Wine Spectator 93
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