Bin 28 Shiraz
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from vintage release.
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Roasted lamb shoulder, grilled ribeye steak, hearty beef stew
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First released in 1959, Penfolds Bin 28 is a showcase for warm-climate South Australian Shiraz—ripe, robust, and generously flavored. Historically named 'Kalimna' after the famous Barossa Valley vineyard purchased by Penfolds in 1945, Bin 28 was originally a single-vineyard wine. Today, it has evolved into a legendary multi-regional blend, drawing fruit from premier South Australian regions like Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, and Padthaway. The wine is traditionally matured in seasoned American oak hogsheads, allowing the rich, dark fruit character, black pepper, and warm spice notes to shine without being overpowered by new wood. It stands as a definitive representation of the classic Australian red: bold, reliable, and deeply satisfying.
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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.