Penfolds - Bin 389 - Baby Grange 2016
16,5/20
Jancis Robinson
91/100
Robert Parker
94/100
Decanter
90/100
Wine Enthusiast
"The 2016 Cabernet/Shiraz Bin 389 is a blend of 51% Cabernet and 49% Shiraz, the smallest amount of Cabernet ever seen in this bottling. It is dark and solid, with notes of blackcurrant and blackberry as well as hints of vanilla and cedar. Full-bodied and dense, it is firmly in the Penfolds style and in the style of this particular cuvée." (Wine Advocate 2018 - Joe Czerwinski) Also known as Baby Grange because it is aged in the barrels of its big brother Grange, this cuvée has everything a great wine should have! - Screw cap closure -
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Eye
Red dress
Nose
On the first nose, notes of blackcurrant and blueberry, followed by mustard spices, tea leaves, and finally hints of anise and pepper.
Mouth
Full-bodied and rich with a beautiful finesse on the palate, meaty aromas, pomegranate and redcurrant.
Serve
At 16-17°C
Drink before
2030
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with spiced duck, rack of lamb, venison stew...
Decanter
Wine rated 94/100
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rating (2018 guide) 91/100 (Excellent wine)
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About wine:
The Cabernet/Shiraz Bin 389 2016 is a blend of 51% Cabernet and 49% Shiraz, the smallest amount of Cabernet ever seen in this bottling. It is dark and solid, with notes of blackcurrant and blackberry as well as hints of vanilla and cedar. Full-bodied and dense, it is very much in the Penfolds style and in the style of this particular bottle, which always ages well, even if it is not Penfolds' most vibrant or flamboyant offering.
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated 90/100
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated 16.5/20
James Suckling
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended
Customer rating
3.5/5
based on 6 reviews
Review and opinion by Mr. LAURENT H. Published on 02/02/2020
My bottle was corked!!! Not normal at all for a wine that is supposed to be exceptional.
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