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Penfolds Bin 180 Cabernet - Shiraz vs RedHeads Esulé

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Penfolds Bin 180 Cabernet - Shiraz
2021 · Coonawarra, Australia · Syrah · Cabernet Sauvignon
€832
The steal
Close cousin
RedHeads Esulé
McLaren Vale, Australia · Red blend
€42 save €790

Tale of the taste

Penfolds Bin 180 Cabernet - Shiraz RedHeads Esulé
Body 10 vs 10 · same
Tannin 7 vs 8 · +1 on the steal
Acidity 6 vs 8 · +2 on the steal
Sweetness 2 vs 3 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal

Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.

Why it’s a dupe

Shared Cabernet Sauvignon in the blendSame full-throttle bodySame firm grip of tanninA rounding error of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €42 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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