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Overview
The 1992 Penfolds Bin 128 Shiraz is a mature Coonawarra release from one of Penfolds' classic regional Bin wines. First created in 1962, Bin 128 was developed as a cool-climate counterpoint to the richer Bin 28 Shiraz, giving collectors a clear view of Penfolds' long-running interest in regional Shiraz expression.
Vintage & Winemaking
Made from 100% Shiraz and matured in French oak, Bin 128 reflects the Coonawarra district's structured, savoury and elegant style. The 1992 vintage sits within the modernised era of the label, where French oak was used to support the pepper, spice and floral elements of Coonawarra Shiraz.
Product Highlights
- Mature 1992 vintage of Penfolds Bin 128 Shiraz.
- Coonawarra regional Shiraz from one of Penfolds' classic Bin labels.
- 100% Shiraz matured in French oak.
- Rated 93 points by Jeremy Oliver.
Critic Scores & Reviews
93 points - Jeremy Oliver
Tasted January 2003.
Penfolds Rewards of Patience
Review date not provided.
Medium-deep crimson, with complex redcurrant, ferric and graphite aromas, a touch of toffee, rusty redcurrant flavours and spicy notes.
Tasting Notes
Medium-deep crimson. Complex redcurrant, ferric and graphite aromas appear with a touch of toffee. The palate is well-concentrated, showing redcurrant, rusty savoury flavours and spice, with lacy, dry, chalky tannins, walnut notes and a firm finish.
Food Pairing
Pair with roast lamb, duck, game, braised beef, mushroom dishes or aged hard cheeses.
Cellaring Potential
This is a mature Penfolds collector's release that is now in its drinking window according to Penfolds Rewards of Patience. Condition and provenance remain especially important for a bottle of this age.
About Penfolds
Penfolds is one of Australia's most influential wineries, with a history dating back to 1844. Its Bin series helped define the modern identity of Australian wine, with Bin 128 serving as the house's long-standing regional expression of Coonawarra Shiraz.
Specifications
- Producer: Penfolds
- Wine: Bin 128 Shiraz
- Vintage: 1992
- Country: Australia
- Region: Coonawarra, South Australia
- Grape Variety: Shiraz
- Maturation: French oak
- Sweetness: Dry
- Style: Red Wine
- Bottle Size: 750ml