Penfolds Bin 169 Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

Penfolds Bin 169 Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2018Founded in 1844 in South Australia, Penfolds is one of the worlds most iconic and celebrated wine producers. Blending tradition with innovation, Penfolds has crafted some of the most collectible and distinguished wines. Created to reflect a Penfolds contemporary winemaking approach, emphasizing both regionality and maturation of cabernet sauvignon in fine grained French oak. A style that is immediately Penfolds, whilst simultaneously illustrative of

Founded in 1844 in South Australia, Penfolds is one of the world’s most iconic and celebrated wine producers. Blending tradition with innovation, Penfolds has crafted some of the most collectible and distinguished wines. 

Created to reflect a Penfolds contemporary winemaking approach, emphasizing both regionality and maturation of cabernet sauvignon in fine-grained French oak. A style that is immediately Penfolds, whilst simultaneously illustrative of its ongoing search for diversity and style separation. An honest reflection of the region bearing testament of Penfolds longstanding commitment to the vineyards of Coonawarra.

18 months in French oak hogsheads (50% new).

Tasting Notes

"This is a close relative of RWT Bin 798 – single region and 100% French oak – and is dramatically different from Bin 707. This is a purist's cabernet, turning its face on the mastery of the regional blending that is the birthmark of the Penfolds red wine style. Vive la difference. Tannin is the heartbeat here, cassis and olive tapenade wrapped around the tannin, not vice versa. A roasted side of baby lamb is the way to go." 97 Points - Halliday Wine Companion, James Halliday (2021)