Penfolds

Bin 169 Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

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  Vintage 2016
  97 points

Alongside Bin 407, here’s evidence that 2016 was a cabernet vintage more than a shiraz season. A short growing season accelerated by a warm December was moderated by mild January and February, creating a cabernet that unites concentration and depth with fragrance and precision. Crunchy, exact blackcurrant, cassis and mulberry fruit of impressive concentration are intricately woven with well-poised acidity and enduring Penfolds tannins of fine, confident structure. In line, length and sheer, all-consuming glory, this is one of the greats. A Bin 169 that flatters from the outset yet will only win more hearts as the decades unravel. Drink 2036-2046

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  Vintage 2016
  96 points

Deep red colour with a tinge of purple, the bouquet spicy and reserved, with cassis notes peeping through. The wine is savoury and dry, with fine but persistent tannins lending substantial grip. Mulberry, as well as blackberry and cassis, then a tinge of bitterness seemingly from oak tannins on the finish. A superb cabernet, showing more oak and concentration than Bin 407.