Penfolds : Bin 169 Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

The balance and aromatic expression of an Australian red wine by Penfolds

The estate

Founded in 1844 by Christopher Rawson Penfold and his wife Mary, the Penfolds estate has acquired an international reputation over the vintages through its sublime, powerful red wines. Voted New World Winery of the Year in 2013 by the prestigious magazine Wine Enthusiast, the Penfolds estate had already established itself as an emblematic reference at the beginning of the 20th century thanks to the unparalleled determination of Mary Penfold in the production of exceptional Australian wines.

When Max Schubert joined the Penfolds adventure in the 1950s, he instilled the elegance of the great wines of Bordeaux that fascinated him so much into the estate's wines. Success was not long in coming when the Cellar Master signed his famous Grange cuvée which crossed Australian borders to conquer wine lovers around the world. Today, the talented Peter Gago worthily continues the legacy.

The wine

Produced only in great vintages, Penfolds' Bin 169 Cabernet Sauvignon is the perfect expression of the great terroirs of Coonawarra, a region renowned for its "terra rossa" clay soil over limestone. 2018 is the 3rd vintage of this exceptional cuvée, produced for the first time in 1973 then in 2008.

Winemaking and aging

This wine from South Australia benefited from 18 months of aging in fine-grained French oak barrels (50% new).

Blend

100% Cabernet Sauvignon.

Characteristics and tasting tips for the Penfolds Bin 169 Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

Tasting

Appearance
The Penfolds Bin 169 Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 reveals a bright color with garnet red tints.

Nose
Intense and seductive, the nose unveils a rich aromatic palette blending fruity and aniseed fragrances with subtle notes of black olive, oak, tea leaves and dried porcini mushrooms.

Palate
Balanced and delicate, the palate is a true invitation to travel. Fruity aromas (raspberry, cranberry, redcurrant, rhubarb, pomegranate, blackcurrant) combine with gourmet flavors of Italian ham, cedar and spices. Throughout the tasting, a beautiful acidity combines with firm tannins, great aromatic richness as well as exceptional length.

Cellaring

This great Australian wine can wait in the cellar until around 2040 to reveal its full aromatic richness.