Bin 138 Shiraz Grenache Mataro
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Typically best enjoyed within 3 to 12 years from vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Slow-roasted lamb shoulder, grilled game sausages, rich beef stew
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Penfolds Bin 138 draws inspiration from the classic southern Rhône blend, adapted to the unique terroir of South Australia's Barossa Valley. First released with the 1992 vintage under the name 'Old Vine Barossa Valley', this wine was created by Penfolds to showcase the exceptional quality of heritage Grenache, Shiraz, and Mataro (Mourvèdre) vines, some of which are over a century old. Unlike many of Penfolds' heavily oaked flagships, Bin 138 is matured in seasoned French and American oak hogsheads to allow the vibrant, spicy fruit characteristics of the old vines to take center stage. Each component brings a distinct element: Grenache offers perfume and sweet spice, Shiraz provides rich plum fruit and structure, while Mataro contributes earthy complexity and savory depth.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1844 by Dr. Christopher and Mary Penfold at Magill Estate near Adelaide, Penfolds is one of Australia's oldest and most iconic wineries, now headquartered in Nuriootpa, South Australia. The estate is celebrated for pioneering a unique house style centered on multi-regional and multi-vineyard blending, a philosophy perfected by legendary winemaker Max Schubert in the mid-20th century. Penfolds is globally renowned for its robust, structured red wines aged in premium oak, most notably its flagship Grange—a rich, collectible Shiraz-based blend—alongside acclaimed expressions like Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz and Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon. Today, while maintaining its deep South Australian roots, the producer has expanded its winemaking footprint to include exceptional terroirs in California, Bordeaux, and beyond.