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2016 Bin 169 Cabernet Sauvignon

2016 Bin 169 Cabernet Sauvignon

The Penfolds Collection

2016 Bin 169 Cabernet Sauvignon

Created to reflect a Penfolds contemporary winemaking approach, emphasising both regionality and maturation of cabernet sauvignon in fine-grained French oak. A style that is immediately Penfolds, whilst simultaneously illustrative of its ongoing search for diversity and style separation. An honest reflection of the region bearing testament of Penfolds longstanding commitment to the vineyards of Coonawarra.

Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage
2016
2016
Volume
750mL
750mL
2016 Penfolds Bin 169 Cabernet Sauvignon Bottle 2016 Penfolds Bin 169 Cabernet Sauvignon Beauty
2016 Bin 169 Cabernet Sauvignon
$315.00
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$350.00
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$3,780.00
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$4,200.00
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This wine is imported from Australia. State import laws allow us to ship this wine to the following states: AK, CA, DC, FL, MA, MN, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OR, SC, TN and WV.

2016 Penfolds Bin 169 Cabernet Sauvignon Bottle 2016 Penfolds Bin 169 Cabernet Sauvignon Beauty
The Penfolds Collection

2016 Bin 169 Cabernet Sauvignon

Created to reflect a Penfolds contemporary winemaking approach, emphasising both regionality and maturation of cabernet sauvignon in fine-grained French oak. A style that is immediately Penfolds, whilst simultaneously illustrative of its ongoing search for diversity and style separation. An honest reflection of the region bearing testament of Penfolds longstanding commitment to the vineyards of Coonawarra.

2016 Bin 169 Cabernet Sauvignon
$315.00
The Price was
$350.00
The discounted Price
$315.00
Log in for exclusive benefits
$3,780.00
The Price was
$4,200.00
The discounted Price
$3,780.00
Log in for exclusive benefits
Log in for exclusive benefits

This wine is imported from Australia. State import laws allow us to ship this wine to the following states: AK, CA, DC, FL, MA, MN, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OR, SC, TN and WV.

Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage
2016
2016
Volume
750mL
750mL

Awards & Accolades

2016 Penfolds Bin 169 Cabernet Sauvignon Beauty
98

JamesSuckling.com

The regional stamp is embedded deeply here. Redcurrant, blackcurrant, mint and leafy aromas with a core of very fine, lithe tannins that really chisel the palate into shape. The florals are here in red and violet shades, together with purple-olive tapenade, sweeter red berries and an almost raspberry-like core. The palate is bright, long and powerful with an elegant core of fine, assertive tannins in play. The warm wave of spicy oak into the finish is delivered with class and finesse. Long and regal. This is superb Cabernet Sauvignon and the shining star of this year's collection. Drink from 2022 and for two decades at least.

97

Robert Parkers, Wine Advocate

Leafy cassis notes mark the nose of the 2016 Bin 169 Cabernet Sauvignon. It's also floral yet dense and concentrated. Full-bodied and rich on the palate, it exudes class and balance at the same time. It's a super expression of Cabernet Sauvignon from one of Australia's premier regions for the grape variety, ending on lingering notes of cocoa, cassis and pencil shavings.

Vintage conditions

2016 Vintage

Rainfall was significantly below the long-term average for the entire growing season, while above average temperatures prevailed. Budburst, flowering, veraison and harvest were all earlier than expected of Coonawarra. The time between budburst and flowering was the fastest on record at 58 days. December was especially warm with nine days recorded over 35°C. By contrast January and February were much milder, delivering an extended ripening period that was ideal for high quality cabernet sauvignon.

Grape variety
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon
wine analysis
Alc/Vol: 14.5%, pH: 3.67
Alc/Vol: 14.5%, pH: 3.67
Maturation
13 months in new French oak hogsheads.
13 months in new French oak hogsheads.

The Bin 169 Story

In 2008, we decided to add a contemporary regional stablemate to the collection, a partner to the revered multi-regional Bin 707. Sourced from some of the same revered blocks as Max Schubert’s original 1973 Bin 169 Coonawarra Claret. A contemporary alternative to Bin 707 with a strong regional imprint. A sibling to RWT and a twin to Bin 150. This gorgeously scented and richly concentrated wine is steeped in the origins of our modern winemaking traditions. It was not made in 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015 and 2017.

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