Bin 138 Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2022
| Varietal
Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre
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Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre |
|---|---|
| Vintage
2022
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2022 |
| Country
Australia
|
Australia |
| Region
Barossa Valley
|
Barossa Valley |
| Volume
750 mL
|
750 mL |
| Closure
Screw Cap
|
Screw Cap |
| Alc/Vol
14.5%
|
14.5% |
| Peak Drinking
Now - 2038
|
Now - 2038 |
| 95 Points - Ken Gargett |
| 95 Points - Andrew Caillard MW |
| 95 Points - Paul Edwards, The West Australian |
| 95 Points - Ray Jordan |
| 17 Points - Jancis Robinson |
Andrew Caillard MW
"2022 Bin 138 Grenache Shiraz Mataro, is a lovely wine with superb buoyancy of fruit. The Grenache dominance promotes viscosity and generosity on the mid-palate while shiraz and mataro bring richness and vigour. Best to drink early too."
A harmonious blend that eloquently speaks of its Barossa Valley heritage through layers of flavour that are both robust and refined.
– Shavaughn Wells, Penfolds Red Winemaker
Garnet edge with a purple core.
An inviting nose that offers perfumed aromatics and pastry-like complexity. A note of lifted cherry danish, complete with a subtle hint of icing dusting. The sweetness continues with cannoli filled with creamy custard, while vanilla and almond slivers add a nutty, floral richness. Cranberry and forest fruits provide a vibrant core, highlighted by exotic spices like cardamom, cinnamon and thyme. Floral notes of hibiscus blend seamlessly with aromas of white strawberry and fresh plum, resulting in a nose that is both sweet and bright.
On the palate, this medium-bodied wine unfolds gracefully, showcasing luscious, sweet fruits alongside dark generous offerings that speak to its three-varietal composition. Pink pepper adds a light spiciness over brambly fruit notes. The Grenache component lends tension and elegance, contrasted by the generous heartiness of Shiraz and complemented by the earthy undertones of savoury Mataro. Well integrated slatey tannins craft a structure that is both firm and approachable, while balanced acidity ensures the wine's freshness persists through each taste.
Vintage Conditions
In the Barossa Valley, both August and September received less rainfall than anticipated, which sharpened our focus on vineyard management heading into budburst. While September offered some warmth, the spring largely stayed cooler than average. This temperate prelude allowed for an unhurried maturation of vines but also presented challenges: gusty conditions during several significant low-pressure events in October affected flowering and moderated yields. Above-average November rains were succeeded by a dry December—conditions that set the stage for a vintage defined by concentration and character. The summer was marked by restraint with only 11 days above 35°C and none exceeding 40°C, ensuring that excessive heat did not compromise grape quality. As harvest commenced under skies that promised dryness paired with moderate warmth, we observed an optimal diurnal temperature swing from day to night. This preserved acidity while allowing sugars to develop fully without risk of over-ripening or dehydration. Our vigilant canopy management played a crucial role in bringing each vineyard to optimal ripeness. Overall, yields pleasantly surprised us—not only in quantity but also through larger berry sizes, reflecting excellent late-season growth conditions.
| GRAPE VARIETY
47% Grenache, 43% Shiraz, 10% Mataro
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47% Grenache, 43% Shiraz, 10% Mataro |
|---|---|
| VINEYARD REGION
Barossa Valley
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Barossa Valley |
| wine analysis
Alc/Vol: 14.5%, pH: 3.58, Acidity: 6.2g/L
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Alc/Vol: 14.5%, pH: 3.58, Acidity: 6.2g/L |
| MATURATION
10 months in French (21% new, 69% seasoned) and American oak hogsheads (10% seasoned)
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10 months in French (21% new, 69% seasoned) and American oak hogsheads (10% seasoned) |
The Bin 138 Story
Bin 138 Shiraz Grenache Mataro (Mourvèdre) is a traditional regional blend based on old vines planted as far back as 1895. The first vintages (1992–1997) were released as ‘Old Vine Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre’. It was elevated to Bin status in 1998. These three varieties have formed the backbone of the Barossa’s vineyard heritage since the late 19th century and were used in both table wine and fortified wine production.
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