Winemaker Notes
Professional Ratings
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Wine & Spirits
Several tasters commented on the kinetic aspect of the flavors, the purity of the cherry-scented fruits, its depth of gentle tannins and high notes of violets and roses lending contrast and energy.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Made with a blend of fruit from Wrattonbully, Padthaway, McLaren Vale, Coonawarra and Langhorne Creek, the 2012 Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon has a deep garnet color with a hint of purple and a nose exuding warm blackberry compote notes, blueberry preserves, spice cake and mocha plus a touch of menthol. Medium to full-bodied, it offers mouth-filling black berry and cassis flavors with a touch of mint, a crisp line of acid and firm grainy tannins to shape the long finish.
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Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
One of top Cabernet wines on the marquee, the 2012 Penfolds Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon nicely defines the category. Shows a lot of bold, black fruit and a strong note of barrel at the moment (a bit of coconut in the mid-range). Time will be really fine for this one, making it one of the world's best values for a serious cellaring wine. Whenever I look for top cabernets, I always put this one on my shopping list. I would pair this one with a well-marbled rib eye of beef. (Tasted: April 18, 2015, San Francisco, CA)
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Wine Spectator
Taut, focused and juicy, with blackberry and black currant fruit. Hints of tar and sage-seasoned meat add interest to the flavor profile as the finish persists against moderate tannins
Since 1844, Penfolds has been grounded in experimentation, curiosity and uncompromising quality. Their success has been driven by a lineage of visionary winemakers. It began with Dr. Christopher and Mary Penfold, the pioneers who dreamed big, inventing tonics, brandies, and fortified wines made from grapes and Australian sunshine. It continued with celebrated winemaking legends including Max Schubert, who pushed the development to extraordinary, bold new heights. It is this pioneering spirit and curiosity that still rings true after nearly two centuries, it is what has helped Penfolds become one of the most celebrated winemakers in the world today.
A noble variety bestowed with both power and concentration, Cabernet Sauvignon enjoys success all over the globe, its best examples showing potential to age beautifully for decades. Cabernet Sauvignon flourishes in Bordeaux's Medoc where it is often blended with Merlot and smaller amounts of some combination of Cabernet Franc, Malbecand Petit Verdot. In the Napa Valley, ‘Cab’ is responsible for some of the world’s most prestigious, age-worthy and sought-after “cult” wines. Somm Secret—DNA profiling in 1997 revealed that Cabernet Sauvignon was born from a spontaneous crossing of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc in 17th century southwest France.
South Australia is the historic heart of Australian wine, a great wine capital of the world, and home to some of the most famous regions. It produces more than 80% of Australia’s premium wine from some of the oldest vines in the world. There is an abundance of varieties and wide spectrum of styles to explore. From the rogue to refined, discover Australian wines that are far from ordinary.