Penfolds Bin 620 Coonawarra Cabernet Shiraz 2008
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Penfolds Bin 620 Coonawarra Cabernet Shiraz 2008
Red Wine from Australia
winemaker's notes:
Deep and generous red with a dark core. This wine instantly proclaims Penfolds... and then,
naturally Coonawarra! An aromatic color chart
reveals red, rather than blue or black fruits. Also
red licorice, black olive. Hovering above - wafts of tomato, quince, and cabernet paste meshed with cinnamon and nutmeg yeast-bun spices. Swirling and time in glass reveal fresh, bright beetroot and star-anise/soy Asian artefact. Exotic, with barely-discernible oak (French?) at least offering one recognizable sensory hook.
Although flavors of cola, sarsaparilla and white
chocolate are immediately apparent, it is the
structure and textural weave that impact. At once, it is tight, focused, and poised. A multi-dimensional
continuum, difficult to de-construct.
alcohol by volume:
14.5%
critical acclaim:
"Very deep garnet-purple colored, the 2008 Bin 620 Coonawarra Cabernet Shiraz (a blend of 51% Cabernet Sauvignon and 49% Shiraz) is a little restrained on the nose, presenting earthy, black truffle, moss covered bark and loam aromas over gentle notes of cassis, crushed blackberries, chocolate mint and pencil shavings, plus a fragrant whiff of cloves. Medium to full bodied, very ripe and rich in the mouth, the complex, layered fruit is densely packed and well supported by firm, finely grained tannins and very crisp acid. The finish is very long with a subtle hint of mint interspersed with warm berries, vanilla and baking spices. Consider drinking it 2015 to 2025+. Only about 900 cases were made of this wine.
98+"
98 Points
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