{"product_id":"penfolds-bin-128-coonawarra-shiraz-2020","title":"Penfolds Bin 128 Coonawarra Shiraz 2020","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Penfolds is Australia’s most iconic wine house, established in 1844 in South Australia and famed for blending innovation with tradition. Bin 128 was created to showcase the elegance of cool-climate Shiraz from Coonawarra, contrasting the richer, warmer climate Shiraz styles in the Penfolds portfolio. Over decades Penfolds has become a global benchmark for Australian wine quality and longevity, with Bin 128 demonstrating the house’s skill in expressing regional terroir through meticulous vineyard selection and classic winemaking approach.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Winemaker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Bin 128 is produced by Penfolds’ winemaking team, guided by the Chief Winemaker and senior winemakers at Magill Estate. Their philosophy emphasizes balance, purity and reflection of regional character, sourcing Shiraz exclusively from Coonawarra’s terra rossa soils and managing oak maturation to enhance structure without overwhelming fruit. Penfolds’ blending expertise stems from a long history of crafting structured, ageworthy wines that appeal to both collectors and enthusiasts globally, with Bin 128 standing out for its cool-climate elegance.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The fruit for Bin 128 comes exclusively from \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCoonawarra\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, a cool-climate region in South Australia famous for deep \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eterra rossa soils over limestone\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, which promote fine tannins, freshness and crystalline fruit expression. Daytime warmth and cooling breezes at night contribute to balanced ripening, while clay-rich red soils lend subtle complexity and minerality to the Shiraz grapes. This combination yields wines of perfume, clarity and poised structure that reflect the unique terroir of the region.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e After harvest, grapes are gently processed and fermented in temperature-controlled vessels to preserve purity and aromatic intensity. Bin 128 2020 was matured for \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 months in French oak hogsheads\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eapproximately 20 % new oak\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, enhancing spice and structural depth while maintaining the varietal’s brightness and finesse. Penfolds refined its élevage over decades to favour French oak for this cooler-climate expression, balancing oak influence with fruit clarity.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The 2020 Bin 128 displays an intense ruby-red colour with purple hues. The bouquet reveals \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emulberries, black fruit, white pepper, herbs and spice\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e complemented by subtle oak nuance. On the palate it is \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emedium-to-full-bodied with fine chalky tannins\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, vibrant acidity and structural focus, showcasing \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ecranberry, blueberry and earthy mineral notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e alongside gentle spice. The finish is long, elegant and refreshing, underlined by regional spice and savoury complexity.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood and Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Pair this elegant Shiraz with herb-roasted lamb or beef, grilled game, slow-roasted pork with rosemary and peppercorn jus, braised short ribs, and mature cheeses like pecorino or aged cheddar. Its vibrant acidity and nuanced spice also complement tomato-based pasta dishes with roasted vegetables or charcuterie with smoky elements.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Serve at \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e16–18 °C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in a large red wine glass to support aromatic complexity and structure. Decanting for \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e30–60 minutes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is recommended to allow the wine to open fully and reveal nuanced spice and fruit layers, especially if consumed in its youthful phase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Store in a cool, dark cellar (10–14 °C) with stable humidity. Bin 128 2020 has excellent aging potential, with a recommended drinking window from \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2023 through about 2036\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, during which time it will gain further complexity, earthy notes and integrated tannins.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; percentage used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e 100 % Shiraz.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e 14.5 % (approx).\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDecanter Magazine (David Sly): \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e95\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJeni Port (Winepilot): \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e95\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTyson Stelzer: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e94\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eKen Gargett: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e95\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFalstaff: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e93\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chelsea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922257821910,"sku":null,"price":245.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/PenfoldsBin128CoonawarraShiraz_3f004b55-bd21-4d6a-bb1e-f3137ad9f7c2.png?v=1773667726","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/penfolds-bin-128-coonawarra-shiraz-2020","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}