Reserve Bin A Adelaide Hills Chardonnay 2024
Penfolds
Reserve Bin A Adelaide Hills Chardonnay 2024
Overview
Overview
Reserve Bin A Chardonnay is a distinctive, single-region style – a contemporary and expressive Adelaide Hills Chardonnay. Fruit is hand-picked into small bins and then whole-bunch pressed. A portion of the juice is allowed to undergo a natural fermentation, without inoculation. Every new and seasoned French oak barrique is its own unique 225-litre ferment. Enhanced mouthfeel and complexity are achieved by fermenting and maturing on solids with regular yeast lees stirring (bâttonage). 100% malolactic fermentation.
The 2024 vintage extends upon the innovative Bin A legacy. An opulent white wine crafted with precision, it brings captivating stone fruit and spiced quince to the sweetness of fresh honeycomb in its creamy, luxurious finish.
*Please note there is a 1 case limit per order for this product.
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Adelaide Hills |
| Volume | 750 mL |
| Closure | Screw Cap |
| Alc/Vol | 12.5% |
| Peak Drinking | Now - 2038 |
| Winemaker | The Penfolds Team |
Awards and Accolades
Awards and Accolades
| 99 Points | Andrew Caillard MW |
| 19/20 Points | Matthew Jukes |
| 96 Points | Nick Ryan |
| 96 Points | Erin Larkin |
| 96 Points | Ray Jordan |
| 96 Points | Campbell Mattinson |
| 96 Points | Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion |
| 95 Points | Ken Gargett |
| 95 Points | Huon Hooke |
| 95 Points | Tyson Stelzer |
| 95 Points | Lisa Cardelli |
Andrew Caillard
"Pale colour. Classic grapefruit, stone fruit grilled nut flinty aromas with marzipan/ vanilla notes. Beautifully balanced and layered with superb apricot, yellow peach, grapefruit flavours, underlying tonic water, grilled nut / marzipan/ vanilla notes, superb mid-palate viscosity and fresh lacy textures. Finishes minerally and long. One of the very best releases of this series. Exceptional. Drink now – 2036. 12.5% alc. 99 Points."
Matthew Jukes
"2023 Bin 707 is simply magical with glorious refinement, not least the finish, which is as distinguished as can be! I have never felt this way about a two-year-old sample of this commanding Cabernet before. The balance is head-scratchingly unexpected, yet tremendous. An entire Turkish bazaar of spices invades the senses, while moments of pristine, herbaceous eucalyptus and mint cut through the exoticism, bringing a genuine sense of McLaren Vale. In 2023, this American-oaked wine sits alongside refined Bordeaux and haughty Super-Tuscans, with the fragrant oak adding an intriguing twist. 19+/20 Points."
Nick Ryan
"The charismatic celebration of Adelaide Hills chardonnay in fine form. Flint and toasted oats, grapefruit pith and melon rind. Preserved lime and fresh popcorn. Precise and energetic palate, a lovely, assured flow, etched with fine, crystalline acidity. 96 Points."
Taste Description
Taste Description
Nose
This is a classic Reserve Bin A Chardonnay, showcasing a striking regional character. Aromas of nectarine and peach emerge, accompanied by citrus notes of grapefruit pith, lime blossom, and lemon meringue pie. The French oak complements the fruit, adding subtle hints of wood shavings and fresh bay leaf. A pleasant touch of flinty minerality and a hint of struck match highlight the wine’s style and typicity.
Flavours and Palate
The wine showcases a captivating phenolic grip, highlighting its well-structured body and thoughtful winemaking approach. A variety of flavours unfold gently. First, fresh orchard fruits, specifically white peach and spiced quince. A blend of warm spices, subtle bay leaf and the sharpness of green peppercorns intertwine with rich, nutty notes of white macadamia and smooth cashew paste. The sweetness of fresh honeycomb elevates the experience, resulting in a creamy and luxurious finish similar to nougat and panna cotta. A slight briny, saline note at the end refreshes the palate.
Viticulture Vintage & Winemaking
Viticulture Vintage & Winemaking
Adelaide Hills, South Australia
The Adelaide Hills is one of Australia’s younger wine regions, but it’s as savvy as its famous Sauv Blanc. With a cool climate and high altitude, its dynamic winemakers are also responsible for top notch Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Vintage Conditions
The Adelaide Hills region experienced a vintage of contrasts, starting with winter rainfall that matched the long-term average. Conditions were promising for the commencement of the growing season with full soil moisture and average temperatures. However, in late November a series of low-pressure systems brought cold and wet conditions. This occurred as vines were flowering, resulting in uneven fruit set. Fortunately, the rest of the growing season was warm and dry, allowing the grapes to ripen well. There was no rain in February, ensuring optimal conditions leading into harvest. Despite the springtime hurdles, the smaller Chardonnay crop produced excellent varietal character, proving that quality can indeed triumph over quantity.
The Penfolds Team
Key to the success of Penfolds has been a lineage of visionary winemakers. There have only ever been four Chief Winemakers at the helm of Penfolds – Max Schubert, Don Ditter, John Duval and Peter Gago, each a custodian of a rich winemaking tradition that goes back for more than 170 years.
Our current Penfolds winemaking team has more than 100 years between them as Penfolds winemakers. They are constantly refining and improving their work, whilst honouring the winemaking techniques of their predecessors.