| Category: | Red Wines |
| Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
| Producer: | Penfolds |
| Label Name: | Quantum Bin 98 Cab Sauv |
| Vintage: | 2018 |
| Country: | United States |
| Region: | Napa Valley (Oakville, Diamond Mountain District) & South Australia |
| Volume: | 750ml |
| ABV: | 14.5% |
| Grape(s): | 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Shiraz |
| Acidity: | 3 |
| Tannins: | 4 |
| Sweetness: | 1 |
| Body: | 5 |
| Length: | 5 |
| Aroma Intensity: | 5 |
| Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
Meridith May (Somm Journal) 100; James Suckling 98; Huon Hooke 99; Wine Advocate 97+; Vinous 97; Decanter 97; Wine Enthusiast 95
Tasting Note
Dense blue‑and black‑berry core with blackberry, blueberry, graphite and hazelnut, framed by vanilla, clove and cocoa. Full-bodied, plush texture, refined chewy tannins, bright acid lift and a long spicy finish.
Food Pairing
Western: grilled ribeye, roast lamb, aged cheddar, beef short ribs. Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi/grilled short rib), char siu, Peking duck, spicy Szechuan beef or braised beef noodle dishes.
Production Method
Assembled from Napa Cabernet and South Australian Shiraz; matured 16 months in 100% new oak (80% American, 20% French), with portions completing fermentation in new oak barrels.
Vineyard Info
Penfolds is an iconic Australian house (est. 1844). Quantum Bin 98 is a ‘Wine of the World’ first released 2018, blending Penfolds' Australian Shiraz with Napa Valley Cabernet sourced from top parcels.
Penfolds Quantum Bin 98 Cab Sauv 2018
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