2024 Penfolds Bin 23 Pinot Noir | RRP $55 | 93 points
A finely wrought Pinot Noir from Tasmania, matured in French oak barriques (30% new). This opens with an inviting, succulent profile—lifted wild raspberry, macerated strawberry, dried violet, and a whisper of nutmeg, all underpinned by earthy, autumnal nuance. The palate leads with tart raspberry and cranberry, overlaid by red rose and delicate spice, with the earth tones settling beneath. A gently expressive wine with filigreed structure and quiet tension—immediately drinkable, but with enough detail to reward closer inspection.

2024 Penfolds Bin 21 Grenache | RRP $60 | 93 points
Sourced from Barossa and McLaren Vale, this Grenache walks the line between red-fruited vibrancy and savoury complexity. Matured in French oak (17% new), it opens with raspberry, red rose and white pepper, then reveals earthy beetroot and a flicker of warm sand and exotic spice. The palate is finely balanced: rhubarb, ripe raspberry and plum take centre stage, with floral and spice notes weaving through. Grainy, fine tannins provide both grip and shape, carrying the wine with quiet authority.

2023 Penfolds Bin 138 GSM | RRP $60 | 92 points
A classic Barossa GSM (56% Grenache, 38% Shiraz, 6% Mataro) that evokes a southern Rhône sensibility. Aromatics of garrigue, dried herbs, dark plum, blackberry, black olive and cured meat are laced with black pepper and menthol. The palate is supple and creamy, with layered dark fruits, spice and savoury undercurrents. There’s both generosity and restraint here, the interplay between fruit and savouriness offering quiet intrigue.

2023 Penfolds Bin 128 Coonawarra Shiraz | RRP $75 | 94 points
A refined and quietly expressive Shiraz from Coonawarra, matured in French oak hogsheads (26% new, 39% one year old). Aromatically led by black pepper and blackberry, it shows cool-vintage lift with menthol, dried violet and olive tapenade, alongside a touch of grilled meat and subtle earth. The palate is poised and medium-bodied, with blackberry and blood plum supported by savoury elements—game, pepper and olive—held in place by fine, grainy tannins. There’s impressive composure and clarity here, with a linear drive and cool precision that reflect both region and season. Structured yet elegant, a lovely Bin 128.

2023 Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz | RRP $50 | 93 points
Sourced from Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale and Padthaway, and matured for 12 months in American oak hogsheads (15% new), this is a restrained yet quietly compelling Bin 28. It opens with a subtle, brooding nose—cedar, vanilla pod and baking spice framing blackberry, blackcurrant and a lift of menthol that adds freshness and aromatic tension. The palate is densely packed with black fruits and dark spice, yet it never feels heavy. Coiled acidity and tight-grained tannins provide shape and structure, keeping the wine focused and energetic. This is a cooler, more composed expression of Bin 28—classic in its style, but with a calm, graphite-edged intensity that lingers. A strong release.

2023 Penfolds Bin 150 Marananga Shiraz | RRP $100 | 91 points
Sourced from the Marananga sub-region in the Barossa Valley and matured for 17 months in a mix of French and American oak (both seasoned and new), this is a full-bodied, traditionally styled Shiraz with a firm nod to Penfolds’ classic house character. The nose is led by cedar, vanilla and dusty earth, with plush fruit—ripe blackberry, black plum and hints of old leather—building with air. There’s a faint touch of menthol and olive tapenade adding savoury dimension beneath the oak-driven top notes. The palate is broad and open-knit, generous in feel with oak sweetness curling around dark fruits and savoury detail. Grainy, assertive tannins give structure and grip, pushing the wine to a solid, dry finish. Bold, ripe and evocative of a more traditional Barossa style—less about precision, more about warmth and amplitude.

2023 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz | RRP $120 | 94 points
Often referred to as ‘Baby Grange’, Bin 389 blends 51% Cabernet Sauvignon and 49% Shiraz from McLaren Vale, Padthaway and the Barossa Valley. It was matured for 12 months in American oak hogsheads, 33% of which were new. This is a deep, brooding wine with a firm sense of identity. The nose is classic and inviting—cedar, black pepper and blackberry are met by grilled meats, with bay leaf and dried herbs emerging as the wine opens. It’s dark-fruited and savoury, with a cool, composed edge. The palate walks a fine line between power and finesse. Blackberry, blackcurrant and dark plum are layered with spice, earth and oak, all held in check by a firm spine of chalky tannins. There’s structure, drive and length, and the whole thing feels assured and complete. A beautifully judged release—confident, composed and built to cellar.

2023 Penfolds Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon | RRP $130 | 92 points
 A multi-regional Cabernet blend from Padthaway, Coonawarra, McLaren Vale, Barossa and Wrattonbully, matured for 12 months in French (21% new) and American (11% new) oak. This release reflects the coolness of the 2023 vintage with precision and restraint. The nose opens with a lifted, herbal spectrum—green bell pepper, jalapeño and bay leaf—before slowly unfurling to reveal cassis, red plum and fine cedar. It’s aromatic but taut, with a clear nod to the vintage’s cooler leanings. On the palate, red and black fruits sit tightly within a firm lattice of tannin and acid. There’s shape and definition—red plum, blackcurrant and cedar layered over graphite-like structure. The finish is savoury and compact, suggesting this needs time and air to fully reveal its depth. A composed and varietal expression, with more to give.

2022 Penfolds St Henri Shiraz | RRP $135 | 95 points
Comprising 96% Shiraz and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon, this St Henri is sourced from Barossa, McLaren Vale and Padthaway. True to style, it was matured for 14 months in large, seasoned oak vats—no new oak in sight—allowing fruit and site to take the lead. The nose is poised and quietly complex: blackberry, graphite and black pepper are layered with au jus, cedar, tilled earth and olive tapenade. There’s a savoury undercurrent, but everything is in balance—restrained, elegant, and composed. The palate is sleek and medium-bodied, driven by mineral acidity and taut, sinewy tannins. Black cherry, dark plum, cedar, spice and subtle game notes glide with precision and energy. There’s a clarity to the wine’s shape and detail, and a long, effortless finish that speaks to its pedigree. A beautifully judged St Henri—classical, understated, and deeply satisfying.

2023 Penfolds RWT Bin 798 Shiraz | RRP $220 | 94 points
Sourced from the Barossa Valley and matured for 14 months in French oak hogsheads (69% new, 31% one year old), this is a richly structured yet polished expression of regional Shiraz. The nose is deeply savoury and layered—smoky bacon fat, sweet clove and grilled meats sit alongside dark plum, blackberry and black cherry. With air, dried herbs and subtle earthy notes emerge, bringing cohesion and aromatic complexity. The palate is plush and full-bodied, yet impressively composed. Black fruits, cracked pepper and plum ride on a base of vibrant acidity and finely honed tannins. There’s depth and drive, but also finesse, with the wine revealing different shades as it evolves in the glass. A compelling RWT—layered, detailed, and built with precision.

2023 Penfolds Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon | RRP $800 | 94 points
100% Cabernet Sauvignon drawn from McLaren Vale, Padthaway and Barossa Valley, matured for 18 months in 100% new American oak hogsheads. This is a cooler, more reserved expression of Bin 707—restrained in profile, yet still bearing the hallmarks of the style. The nose opens quietly, led by green capsicum, snap pea and cedar, before deepening into cassis, bay leaf and vanilla with time in the glass. There’s a sense of measured progression here—everything unfolds gradually. On the palate, the wine is composed and cool-fruited, with blackcurrant, dark cherry and vanilla layered over a framework of bay leaf, chocolate and polished oak. Fine-grained tannins and a seam of fresh acidity give the wine lift and direction. While less forceful than some vintages, this is no less convincing—an elegant, coiled Bin 707 that speaks to vintage conditions while maintaining its identity.

2021 Penfolds Grange | RRP $1000 | 96 points
Marking 70 years since its first release, the 2021 Grange is a benchmark blend of 94% Shiraz and 6% Cabernet Sauvignon from Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale and Clare Valley. Matured for 18 months in 100% new American oak hogsheads, this wine carries the weight of its legacy with both power and precision. The bouquet is dense and brooding, unfolding layers of plum compote, prune, espresso and forest cake, complemented by blackberry pastille and a delicate waft of vanilla bean. With gentle aeration, more savoury notes emerge—earth, grilled meat and olive tapenade—bringing balance and complexity to the rich fruit core. On the palate, the wine is coiled and focused, delivering black cherry, dark chocolate and mocha flavors wrapped in a sinewy structure of finely grained tannins and refreshing acidity. This is a Grange of impressive power and poise, commanding attention with its structured depth and lingering finish. A magnificent expression of Australia’s most iconic Shiraz.

2025 Penfolds Bin 51 Eden Valley Riesling | RRP $45 | 89 points
Sourced exclusively from Eden Valley and matured entirely in stainless steel, this Riesling presents a bright and youthful aromatic profile. The nose is lifted and expressive, with notes of sherbet, kaffir lime leaf, green apple, peach skin and citrus blossom, alongside subtle hints of green banana and guava adding complexity. On the palate, the wine is dry, crisp and nervy, propelled by a piercing lime-driven acidity. Flavours of green mango and Makrut lime weave through, giving the wine a taut, zesty energy. At this stage, the wine is distinctly primary and somewhat disjointed, suggesting it will benefit from short-term cellaring to fully integrate and reveal greater depth. A lively Riesling that captures Eden Valley’s fresh, citrus-led style.

2024 Penfolds Bin 311 Chardonnay | RRP $55 | 93 points
A thoughtfully crafted blend of fruit from Adelaide Hills, Tasmania, and Tumbarumba, matured for eight months in French oak barriques (18% new). The nose offers delicate aromatics of dried pear, pineapple and lemon zest, underpinned by cedary spice and a touch of nougat, all lifted by a subtle flint-like minerality. On the palate, the wine glides effortlessly with finesse and clarity. Grapefruit pith, citrus blossom and apple skin interweave seamlessly with cedar spice, framed by bright, refreshing acidity and a fine phenolic grip that lends texture and length. With time and air, the components coalesce beautifully, revealing a Chardonnay of understated elegance, fresh vibrancy and quiet complexity.

2024 Penfolds Reserve Bin A Chardonnay | RRP $125 | 94 points
Sourced exclusively from Adelaide Hills and matured for eight months in French oak barriques, with 50% new oak, this wine is initially restrained but gradually unfurls beautifully in the glass. Aromas of pear, flint, cedar, melon and a delicate hint of peach skin offer a subtle complexity. The palate is finely etched and precise, delivering notes of bath salts, lemon juice, nougat and flint seamlessly woven with understated oak influence. There is a graceful floral perfume that lifts the acidity, culminating in a lingering, poised finish. This is a Chardonnay of purity, elegance and lovely finesse, reflecting both site and careful winemaking.

2023 Penfolds Yattarna Chardonnay | RRP $220 | 95 points
Here we have Penfolds’ flagship white—a Chardonnay of rare pedigree and quiet grandeur. Sourced from some of Australia’s finest cool-climate sites in Tumbarumba, Adelaide Hills and Tasmania, and matured for eight months in French oak barriques (60% new), this is a wine that speaks in hushed tones at first, only to gather resonance and depth with air. The nose is finely poised, slowly revealing layers of peach skin, nectarine, nougat and fine cedar, with a savoury, lees-derived pastry-dough character lending complexity and dimension. There’s both delicacy and latent power here. The palate is sleek, tightly wound and effortlessly composed—pear, poached apple, cinnamon spice, flint and cedar glide across a frame of vibrant acidity and beautifully gauged phenolic structure.  Long, shapely and refined, this is a very well crafted Yattarna, balancing finesse with latent strength.