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Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2024

Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2024 carries one of the longest-running names in the Penfolds Bin range. First released in 1959, it began with fruit from the Kalimna vineyard in the Barossa Valley; today, its character is shaped by a blend of warm-climate South Australian vineyards.

The 2024 release brings together Shiraz from McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, Padthaway, Clare Valley and Fleurieu. Twelve months in American oak hogsheads, only 9% new, supports a wine with generous fruit depth and an unmistakably savoury edge.

Full-bodied yet energetic, Bin 28 offers the richness of classic Australian Shiraz alongside the freshness and firm structure to enjoy now or develop in the cellar.

2024 | Barossa | Shiraz

Description

Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2024 carries one of the longest-running names in the Penfolds Bin range. First released in 1959, it began with fruit from the Kalimna vineyard in the Barossa Valley; today, its character is shaped by a blend of warm-climate South Australian vineyards.

The 2024 release brings together Shiraz from McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, Padthaway, Clare Valley and Fleurieu. Twelve months in American oak hogsheads, only 9% new, supports a wine with generous fruit depth and an unmistakably savoury edge.

Full-bodied yet energetic, Bin 28 offers the richness of classic Australian Shiraz alongside the freshness and firm structure to enjoy now or develop in the cellar.

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The Wine in 20 Seconds

A Penfolds classic since 1959, Bin 28 brings five South Australian regions together in a Shiraz of real depth. The 2024 release balances generous dark fruit and savoury spice with fresh acidity and firm tannins. A richly flavoured red to enjoy now or cellar towards 2045.

The Wine

Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2024 is a layered, full-bodied expression of warm-climate Australian Shiraz. Beyond its ripe fruit, the wine's appeal is the contrast between complex savoury aromas and a lively palate with firm, well-defined tannins.

Colour

Deep crimson with a bright, youthful rim.

Nose

Black tea, worn leather and tobacco open into Black Forest cake, dried fig and quince paste. Vanilla custard and milk chocolate bring a softer edge, while juniper berry, cracked black pepper and savoury meat notes add complexity without overwhelming the darker fruit.

Palate

Mulberry and boysenberry lead, lifted by raspberry coulis, pepper and a savoury, lightly briny note reminiscent of capers. Juicy acidity cuts through the richness, while focused, cocoa-dusted tannins give the wine shape and length. Vanilla and subtle root beer spice round out a finish that is generous, structured and persistent.

Why We Love This Wine

Penfolds Bin 28 is one of those wines I have been drinking, collecting and cellaring for decades. It is such a classic, ever-present Australian Shiraz with its roots in the Barossa, and a wine that will last 15 years or more.

Matt Wine Simple
The story behind Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2024

The Perfect Pour

Cellaring for Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2024

Cellaring

Penfolds gives the 2024 Bin 28 a peak drinking window of now to 2045. Enjoy it young for its generous fruit, firm tannins and energetic palate, or cellar it in suitable conditions to allow more savoury, mature complexity to develop. It is approachable now without demanding immediate drinking.
Decanting for Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2024

Decanting

Decanting is worthwhile if opening the 2024 Bin 28 young. A little air can help its savoury aromas emerge and make its firm structure feel more open. No lengthy decant is essential.
Food Pairing for Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2024

Food Pairing

Chargrilled lamb cutlets and rib-eye steak are natural partners: their savoury richness suits Bin 28's dark fruit and firm tannins. Slow-cooked beef brisket and roasted mushrooms also complement its peppery, cocoa-edged finish.
Serving Temperature for Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2024

Serving Temperature

16–18°C

Vintage & Winemaking

Winemaker's Notes
The 2024 Bin 28 combines Shiraz parcels from McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, Padthaway, Clare Valley and Fleurieu. Penfolds selects fruit across these South Australian regions to maintain the wine's recognisable warm-climate style rather than relying on a single vineyard.

The finished wine spent 12 months in American oak hogsheads, with new oak accounting for just 9% of the maturation vessels. The approach supports the concentration and structure of the Shiraz without placing new-oak character at the centre of the wine.
Vintage Conditions

The 2024 vintage delivered a warm, structured season across South Australia, well suited to the bold Bin 28 Shiraz style. Winter rainfall was generally below average, helping moderate early vine vigour, while variable spring conditions created selective pressure during flowering.

McLaren Vale and Fleurieu experienced an early-November heat event around flowering, naturally reducing yields, followed by December rainfall that refreshed canopies. Barossa Valley sites had a dry, warm ripening phase, with February and early March heat contributing depth and concentration.

Padthaway’s cooler nights supported structure and balance, while Clare Valley’s elevation brought freshness and savoury detail. A dry, settled harvest allowed confident picking, producing ripe fruit, firm tannins and the power expected from Bin 28.

Technical Details
Variety: Shiraz
Region: McLaren Vale | Barossa Valley | Padthaway | Clare Valley | Fleurieu | South Australia | Australia
Vintage: 2024
Size: 750mL
Alcohol Volume: 14.5%
Closure: Screwcap
Acidity: 6.3g/L
pH: 3.63
Maturation: 12 months in American oak hogsheads, 9% new
Style: Dry red wine
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Further Information About This Wine
Bin 28 was first made in 1959, making it the earliest wine in Penfolds' Bin range. Its original name referenced the Kalimna vineyard in the Barossa Valley, the source of the first release. The wine grew out of Penfolds' exploration of a distinctive, warm-climate Australian Shiraz style during the era of Max Schubert's Grange work.

Over time, Penfolds broadened the vineyard sources while retaining the character of Bin 28: a richly flavoured, structured Shiraz with the ability to be enjoyed in its youth or aged. The 2024 vintage continues that multi-regional approach.

People, Place & Variety

Winery associated with Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2024

Winery

Founded in 1844, Penfolds has become one of Australia's best-known wine producers, with a distinctive approach to blending fruit from different vineyards and regions. Its red-wine portfolio ranges from Grange and St Henri to the long-running Bin series, each with its own approach to fruit and oak.

Bin 28 was introduced in 1959 and initially drew its Shiraz entirely from Kalimna in the Barossa Valley. Today, Penfolds works with parcels from several South Australian regions, using its classification and blending process to retain the wine's recognisable generous, structured style from vintage to vintage.
Peter Gago, Penfolds Chief Winemaker, inspecting a Penfolds red wine bottle in the winery barrel room

Winemaker

Penfolds winemaker Shavaughn Wells provides the winery's commentary on Bin 28 Shiraz 2024. She joined Penfolds in 2017 and has more than 30 years of winemaking experience, including a strong background with Barossa reds. Her work across the red-wine portfolio reflects Penfolds' collaborative approach to selecting, classifying and blending vineyard parcels. Bin 28 is a Penfolds team wine, not a release attributed to one individual winemaker.
Wine region associated with Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2024

Wine Region

Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2024 is a multi-region South Australian wine, not a single-vineyard or solely Barossa Valley Shiraz. Fruit comes from McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, Padthaway, Clare Valley and Fleurieu, with each region offering different growing conditions and blending possibilities.

Barossa Valley is closely associated with deeply flavoured warm-climate Shiraz, while McLaren Vale is another important source of concentrated red fruit. Penfolds reports that Padthaway's cooler nights helped preserve balance in 2024, and Clare Valley's elevation brought freshness and savoury detail. Across these different landscapes, the aim is a coherent Bin 28 style rather than five separate regional expressions.

Penfolds winery sign outside the brick estate building

Variety

Shiraz is among Australia's defining red grape varieties and is particularly important in South Australia. Its thick skins can produce wines with substantial colour, tannin and concentration, although climate, vineyard management and winemaking can create very different results.

In warmer districts, Shiraz often develops a fuller, more generous structure; cooler sites can contribute lift, tension and a more restrained profile. Bin 28 is an example of how Penfolds blends Shiraz from contrasting regions to combine ripeness and depth with freshness and shape. Oak choice also matters: Bin 28's American oak maturation is part of its identity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2024 a dry red wine?

Yes. Bin 28 is a dry, full-bodied Shiraz with generous fruit flavour, savoury detail and firm tannins.

Does Bin 28 come entirely from the Barossa Valley?

No. Although Bin 28 began with fruit from the Kalimna vineyard in the Barossa Valley, the 2024 release combines Shiraz from McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, Padthaway, Clare Valley and Fleurieu.

How much new oak is used in Bin 28 Shiraz 2024?

Penfolds matured the wine for 12 months in American oak hogsheads, 9% of which were new.

Can I drink Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2024 now?

Yes. Penfolds lists a peak drinking window beginning now. If you prefer a more open young Shiraz, decanting can help its aromas unfold.

How long can Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2024 be cellared?

Penfolds gives the 2024 release a peak drinking window of now to 2045. Actual development will depend on storage conditions.

How is Bin 28 different from Penfolds St Henri?

Bin 28 is a richly flavoured multi-region Shiraz matured in American oak hogsheads, with 9% new oak in 2024. St Henri follows a different tradition, maturing in large seasoned oak vats to place the fruit and tannin structure at the forefront.

What dishes pair with Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz?

Try chargrilled lamb, rib-eye steak, slow-cooked beef brisket or a richly flavoured roasted mushroom dish. The wine has enough depth and tannin for savoury food.

Who is the winemaker for Bin 28 Shiraz 2024?

Bin 28 is made within the Penfolds winemaking team. Penfolds winemaker Shavaughn Wells provides official commentary on the 2024 release, but the wine is not attributed to a sole winemaker.

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