Penfolds Bin 600 California Cabernet Shiraz 2023 750ml

Bin 600 is intrinsically linked to Penfolds beginning in California, a narrative that now spans three decades. In 1998, Penfolds imported a heritage selection of vine cuttings from South Australia’s esteemed Kalimna and Magill Estate vineyards and planted them in Californian soil. In recognition of Penfolds history within our Californian wine story, grapes from the original 1998 vine cuttings feature in this cabernet shiraz blend. A blend that has been revered and championed by Penfolds in our modern winemaking era.

Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz. Cabernet fruits are first acknowledged - cranberries, raspberries and goji berries. North African spices of cumin, paprika and Aleppo peppers. There is a beautiful core on the palate of red, blue and black fruits. Fine talc-like tannins hold the expressive fruit in check, while soft acidity keeps everything in balance. Very approachable now but with the promise of more to come.

Drinking well, but will improve with time. Drink now - 2040.