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Penfolds Bin 138 Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre 2012 Wine Review

Penfolds Bin 138 Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre 2012

Penfolds Bin 138 Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre 2012

Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia

Community Score:93/100

Community Reviews: 3

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Price: $49.95

Drink: 2016-2018

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 14%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Penfolds

Agent: Mark Anthony Wine & Spirits

Natalie's Score: 93/100

A structured and balanced blend of dark fruit, smoke and a touch of spice on the finish. Elegant and full-bodied, but not heavy. This is a classic Australian GSM blend of Grenache, Shiraz and Mourvèdre grape, each bringing their own structural component and complexity to the final wine. Some dark spice on the finish. Pair with rare meats. Highly recommended.

Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre food pairings: roast beef, brisket, pulled pork sammies.

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This Penfolds Bin 138 Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre 2012 was reviewed on December 30, 2016 by Natalie MacLean

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Monique Sosa - Accredited Sommelier rated this wine as 93/100 with the following review:

Smooth, flavourful and so delicious! Lovely ripe berry notes, plum, vanilla, mild licorice and spice hitting the notes. Like I said, it's smooth with clean black fruit flavours, juicy acidity, velvety tannins and a long finish. Enjoy this full-bodied Shiraz with braised lamb shanks. Tasted Jan 2017- @sommsosa / bespoketastings.ca
Penfolds Bin 138 (2012) is classic Grenache, Shiraz, Mourvèdre (GSM) blend from Australia's Barossa Valley. Have now (decant for one hour) or hold until 2025. Pair with a grilled, rare steak - Community Wine Reviews

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