2008 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz

95 Points - James Halliday, Halliday Wine Companion

“Strong purple-crimson; there is a cohesive element to the Bin releases of '08, all showing very good fruit concentration and balance, as with the blackberry and blackcurrant flavours and tannins of this wine. Excellent cellaring potential. Special. Closure: Screwcap. 14.5% alcohol. AUD$65 (Drink by 2030)”

94 Points - Gary Walsh, The Wine Front

“Black fruit, a little pepper, choc-liquorice and mint backed with toasty oak. It's rich and ripe with grunty tannin laid on thick delivering a classic 389 mouthful of fruit tempered by some meat and coal-like savoury flavours. It's not heavy or porty, although it's large scale, and has the requisite fruit power and structure to see it age well for decades. An excellent 389. (Drink between 2018-2028) (94+ pts)”

92 Points - Huon Hooke, The Real Review

91 Points - Josh Raynolds, Vinous

“Deep ruby. Pungent cherry, violet, licorice and herbs on the nose. Dense and chewy, offering bitter cherry and dark chocolate flavors and a hint of candied flowers. Spicy and focused on the very persistent finish, with the cherry note echoing strongly. Nicely concentrated and balanced to age.”