{"product_id":"2020-penfolds-bin-28-kalimna-shiraz-750ml","title":"2020 Penfolds Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"737\"\u003ePenfolds, established in 1844, remains one of Australia’s most celebrated and historic wine producers. The \u003cem data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"444\"\u003eBin 28 Kalimna Shiraz\u003c\/em\u003e—first released in 1959—takes its name from the famed Kalimna vineyard in the Barossa Valley, purchased by Penfolds in 1945. Today, it represents the estate’s benchmark expression of warm-climate Australian Shiraz, showcasing ripe fruit, regional diversity, and Penfolds’ hallmark structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eVineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"754\"\u003eWhile originally sourced exclusively from the Barossa’s Kalimna vineyard, Bin 28 now brings together Shiraz parcels from several premium warm-climate regions, including Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Padthaway, and Wrattonbully. Each site contributes its own character—rich Barossa fruit depth, McLaren Vale plushness, and Padthaway’s structural definition. The wine was matured for 12 months in seasoned American oak hogsheads, allowing fruit purity to take centre stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eThe 2020 vintage was defined by a dry growing season and lower yields across much of South Australia. However, the concentrated fruit that remained delivered Shiraz of remarkable depth and intensity. Despite the challenging conditions, Penfolds crafted a vintage of impressive balance—vibrant, layered, and beautifully expressive of its warm-climate origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003eDeep crimson in colour with purple hues. The bouquet reveals lifted aromas of black cherry, plum, mocha, and spice, with subtle notes of cedar and vanilla. The palate is generous and full-bodied, showcasing ripe blackberry and dark chocolate framed by supple tannins and well-judged oak. There’s classic Penfolds polish throughout—seamless texture, savoury complexity, and a long, lingering finish. Drinking beautifully now yet destined to evolve gracefully over the next two decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2135\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2133\"\u003eCritics’ Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2138\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003e94 points – \u003cem data-start=\"2150\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2169\" data-end=\"2200\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2200\"\u003e93 points – \u003cem data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2198\"\u003eWine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003e93 points – \u003cem data-start=\"2215\" data-end=\"2244\"\u003eHuon Hooke, The Real Review\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2247\"\u003ePraised for its concentration, balance, and expressive fruit purity—a quintessential modern Bin 28 release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2358\" data-end=\"2385\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2358\" data-end=\"2383\"\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2386\" data-end=\"2633\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2386\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2388\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003eRegion: Multi-regional blend (Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Padthaway, Wrattonbully)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2499\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2477\" data-end=\"2499\"\u003eVariety: 100% Shiraz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2500\" data-end=\"2518\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2518\"\u003eAlcohol: 14.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2521\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003eMaturation: 12 months in seasoned American oak hogsheads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2580\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2582\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003eClosure: Screwcap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2633\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2604\" data-end=\"2633\"\u003eDrinking Window: 2023–2040+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2635\" data-end=\"2918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2635\" data-end=\"2656\"\u003eA Collectible Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2656\" data-end=\"2659\"\u003eThe 2020 Penfolds \u003cem data-start=\"2677\" data-end=\"2700\"\u003eBin 28 Kalimna Shiraz\u003c\/em\u003e is a classic example of Penfolds craftsmanship—rich, structured, and impeccably balanced. Showcasing warm-climate Shiraz at its finest, it delivers both immediate drinking pleasure and long-term cellaring potential.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736204898667,"sku":"SK60310838","price":44.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2019_Penfolds_Bin_28_Kalimna_Shiraz_750ml_0997868d-2da8-4bb3-9e8b-7e4ff23d5883.jpg?v=1767589769","url":"https:\/\/kingsburycellars.com.au\/products\/2020-penfolds-bin-28-kalimna-shiraz-750ml","provider":"Kingsbury Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}