Penfolds
Bin 8 Cabernet Shiraz
South Australia
2013
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Where it is, November 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2018-2029), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2029, with a drinking horizon to 2035.
The ‘13 Bin 8 Cabernet Shiraz.
Penfolds Bin 8 Cabernet Shiraz 2013 is from South Australia.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
South Australian Cabernet Sauvignon should bring blackcurrant and plum, while Shiraz adds dark cherry and pepper to the aromatic profile. Penfolds' 2013 Cabernet Shiraz should feel broad and structured, the firm tannins holding concentrated fruit as acidity gives the palate a bright line. Peak years are 2018 through 2029 and the window reaches 2035; spice, cassis and a quiet savory note should linger.
The 2013 vintage
Penfolds' 2013 Bin 8 Cabernet Shiraz comes from South Australia.
About Penfolds
Penfolds' Bin 8 Cabernet Shiraz comes from South Australia.
Pairing suggestions
Cellared suggestions based on the wine and dish descriptions.
Grilled ribeye with peppercorn jus
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Braised lamb shoulder with rosemary potatoes
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Hard-aged cheddar with fig compote
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is Penfolds Bin 8 Cabernet Shiraz 2013?
Penfolds Bin 8 Cabernet Shiraz 2013 is from South Australia.
When should Penfolds Bin 8 Cabernet Shiraz 2013 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2016-2035. Within that arc, the peak window is 2018-2029. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Penfolds Bin 8 Cabernet Shiraz 2013?
Pair this wine with Grilled ribeye with peppercorn jus; Braised lamb shoulder with rosemary potatoes; or Hard-aged cheddar with fig compote.