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Penfolds Bin 8 Shiraz Cabernet Review: Balanced, Warming, and Quietly Composed

Penfolds Bin 8 is often positioned as the more approachable sibling in the Penfolds family—less prestigious than the numbered icons, but still built with structure and seriousness. This 2021 release delivers on that intent: a bold, oak-forward wine that doesn’t chase sweetness or softness.

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Elderton Barossa Shiraz 2021: Rich, Round, and Ready Now

A bold Barossa Shiraz with a heritage name behind it, Elderton’s 2021 expression walks the line between classic richness and structured restraint. Tasted on a rainy winter afternoon, it felt seasonally perfect—deep-hued, brooding, and slow to reveal its character. This isn’t one that rushes to impress. It invites patience—and food.

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