Introduction
The 2022 Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz showcases the intensity and depth for which Australian Shiraz is celebrated. This classic expression by Penfolds offers a full-bodied, fruit-forward style with a refined balance of power and finesse, making it a staple for Shiraz enthusiasts.

Terrior
Sourced from premium vineyards across South Australia, the Bin 28 Shiraz benefits from diverse terroirs, including Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, and Clare Valley, which contribute to its complexity. The warm, Mediterranean climate with consistent sunlight encourages rich, ripe fruit flavors, while cooling influences from surrounding valleys preserve acidity.

Appearance
Deep, dense ruby with purple hues, the wine displays a vibrant yet dark core, indicating concentrated flavors and youthful energy.

Nose
The nose opens with bold aromas of ripe blackberries, plums, and dark cherries, followed by layers of licorice, chocolate, and subtle hints of oak-derived spices like vanilla and clove. A touch of earthiness and smoked meat adds complexity.

Palate
On the palate, the Bin 28 Shiraz is rich and generous, offering a lush texture with flavors of dark berries, blackcurrants, and ripe plums. The fruit is complemented by layers of cocoa, black pepper, and hints of toasted oak. Balanced acidity and structured tannins provide a rounded mouthfeel and ensure age-worthiness.

Finish
The finish is long, smooth, and well-rounded, with lingering notes of dark fruit, spice, and fine tannins, showcasing both the intensity of South Australian Shiraz and the elegance of Penfolds' winemaking.

Overall Impression
The 2022 Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz is a classic representation of Australian Shiraz, with an intense yet polished profile. Ideal for both near-term enjoyment and medium-term cellaring, this wine reflects Penfolds' expertise in crafting bold yet refined reds.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 14.5%
Farming Practices: Conventional; sustainable practices utilized to enhance soil health and reduce chemical use.
Producer Name: Penfolds
Old World / New World: New World
Country of Origin: Australia
Region: South Australia
Grape Varietals: 100% Shiraz
Vintage: 2022
Wine Style: Dry, full-bodied red
Winemaking Techniques: Traditional fermentation in stainless steel followed by maturation in seasoned American oak barrels, adding subtle vanilla and spice tones while preserving fruit purity.
Pack Size: 750ml
Container Style: Bottle
Closure Style: Screw cap

Check out the press!
95 points, James Halliday's Wine Companion:
"Quelle surprise! Penfolds impresses with a multi-regional blend. It’s something they do so well; a combination of vineyard resources and masterful blending with such quality and consistency across their ‘Bin’ range of wines. Deep-set satsuma plum, blackberry, and blueberry fruits with hints of baking spices, charcuterie, violets, fennel tops, dried herbs, nicely judged American oak and a gentle earthen hue. There’s a lovely, bright fruit presence here; long, flavorful, and delicious now with the promise of excellent cellaring potential.”

93 points, Vinous:
"Fans of classically broad-shouldered and flavorsome vintages of Shiraz Bin 28 will be very happy with the 2022. It is bold yet balanced, rich and ripe but also with a strong heart and cellaring potential. It radiates with blackberry, cherry compote, and new leather aromas with faint spicy tones. The structure shows its class, particularly with the tannin ripeness and weight which holds the wine's shape through to a lengthy finish. Enjoyable now, but will be impressive after a decade in the cellar."

93 points, Wine Spectator:
"Offers an impressive mix of fruit flavors and oak influences, finding an expressive balance between framboise, cherry, and pomegranate flavors that are ripe, fleshy, and fresh. On the oak side, smooth vanilla, almond nougat, and milk chocolate notes are showy, along with grace notes of cedar, Saigon cinnamon, and clove. Drink now through 2033."