# Bin 150 Marananga Shiraz (2022)

- **Producer:** Penfolds
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Shiraz
- **Region:** South Australia, Australia
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €69
- **Vegan:** No
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blackcurrant, black cherry, black plum, ripe fruit, cloves, chocolate, vanilla, cedar, coffee, leather, tobacco, earth

## About this wine

The Penfolds Bin 150 Marananga Shiraz 2022 is a 100% Shiraz from the Marananga sub-region of the Barossa Valley, South Australia. Penfolds, a winery with a long history dating back to 1844, is known for its commitment to quality and its distinctive winemaking approach. The Marananga sub-region is recognized for its ancient red soils, rich in ironstone, which contribute to the wine's character. The 2022 vintage was characterized by a cooler climate and slow, even ripening, leading to a wine with notable concentration and density.

## Interesting facts

- Marananga's ironstone soils are a key contributor to the wine's depth.
- The 2022 vintage experienced a cooler, slower ripening period.
- Penfolds has been making wine since 1844.
- Bin 150 is a single-sub-region expression of Barossa Shiraz.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and firm tannins are well-suited to complement the richness and protein of red meats, creating a balanced palate. The concentrated fruit notes can stand up to and enhance the savory flavors of slow-cooked dishes and grilled meats. Aromatic elements in the food, like rosemary or spices, can echo and enhance the wine's complexity.

## Wine making process

The Penfolds Bin 150 Marananga Shiraz is crafted using a traditional approach. Fermentation takes place in hogsheads and puncheons. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes an aging process of 16 months in a combination of French and American hogsheads and puncheons, utilizing both new and seasoned oak. This method is designed to develop the wine's structure and integrate oak characteristics.