Penfolds BIN 169 Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

While the classic wines from Penfolds are usually so-called multi-regional blends, meaning that their fruit comes from different growing regions, this Cabernet comes exclusively from Coonawarra. This appellation is famous for its iron-rich terra rossa soils, in which Cabernet Sauvignons such as the 2019 "BIN 169" become great wines with outstanding ageing potential. Matured for 17 months in 56% new French oak barrels, the Cabernet Sauvignon is sublime and focussed with enormous density. It is a wine that is elegant, but currently has a very muscular tannin and a pressing acidity. Both will integrate over the next few years. This great wine, which has received up to 98 points, needs time. After all, it comes from Coonawarra!