{"product_id":"2002-penfolds-bin-128-shiraz-750ml","title":"2002 Penfolds Bin 128 Shiraz 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"533\"\u003ePenfolds is Australia’s most iconic wine producer, and Bin 128 is one of its longest-running single-region expressions. Since its first release in 1962, Bin 128 has showcased the elegant, spice-driven Shiraz style of Coonawarra, contrasting the richer, more opulent Shiraz expressions from the Barossa Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"547\"\u003eVineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"550\"\u003eBin 128 is sourced predominantly from Coonawarra’s terra rossa soils, famed for producing wines of structure, minerality, and distinctive cool-climate character. The 2002 vintage benefited from excellent growing conditions, allowing Shiraz to ripen slowly, retaining natural acidity and fine tannin structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"874\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"877\"\u003e2002 was one of the standout vintages in South Australia, particularly for red wines. A cool, even growing season delivered grapes of superb balance and flavour intensity. For Coonawarra Shiraz, this translated into wines with remarkable freshness, purity of fruit, and long-term cellaring potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003eThe 2002 Penfolds Bin 128 Shiraz shows a deep crimson hue with garnet edges. Aromas of blackberry, plum, and mulberry are layered with pepper, spice, leather, and subtle cedar. The palate is medium-bodied yet concentrated, offering black fruits, earthy notes, and savoury spice framed by fine-grained tannins. Oak is seamlessly integrated, providing balance without overpowering the fruit. The finish is long, elegant, and classically Coonawarra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003eCritics’ Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e92 points – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003e90 points – Wine Spectator\u003cbr data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003eWidely recognised as one of the best Bin 128 vintages of the early 2000s, praised for its definition, balance, and aging capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1910\"\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003eRegion: Coonawarra, South Australia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003eVariety: 100% Shiraz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003eAlcohol: ~13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1998\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003eMaturation: 12 months in French oak (25% new)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003eClosure: Cork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003eDrinking Window: 2008–2030\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2343\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003eA Collectible Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2122\"\u003eThe 2002 Bin 128 is a textbook example of Coonawarra Shiraz—medium-bodied, spice-driven, and beautifully structured. Nearly two decades on, it remains an elegant and collectible expression of Penfolds’ regional mastery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47060377239787,"sku":"SK20591440","price":119.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/1022\/0779\/files\/2002_Penfolds_Bin_128_Shiraz_750ml.jpg?v=1763082413","url":"https:\/\/lionscellar.com.au\/products\/2002-penfolds-bin-128-shiraz-750ml","provider":"Lion's Cellar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}