COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Penfolds
REGION
South Australia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Penfolds was founded in 1844 by Dr. Christopher and Mary Penfold in South Australia and has grown to become one of Australia's most revered wineries. Bin 8 was introduced in 2003 in response to global demand for Penfolds' classic multi-regional Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon blends. The fruit for this release is carefully selected from across premium South Australian sub-regions including Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Coonawarra, Padthaway, and Robe, bringing together diverse microclimates and soil profiles.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€28
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Bin 8 gets its name because it is matured in oak barrels previously used for Bin 128, Bin 28, and Bin 389.
Fact 02
First introduced in 2003 to meet international demand for classic Australian Shiraz-Cabernet blends.
Fact 03
Combines grapes from distinct South Australian climates, from cool coastal Robe to warm Barossa Valley.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Following harvest, the fruit underwent fermentation before aging for 10 months in 300L oak hogsheads. The maturation profile comprises 11% new French oak, with the remainder in seasoned French and American oak barrels previously used for Penfolds Bin 128, Bin 28, and Bin 389. The final blend yields a balanced wine with 14.5% alcohol by volume, a pH of 3.64, and total acidity of 6.2 g/L, sealed under screw cap.
