"Penfolds, Bin 407 2000. Harmonious, mature nose with fine fruit and spice, good intensity. Pleasant wine exhibiting pleasing levels of fruit. Very satisfying. Drink now."
Decanter, U.S., 1 March 2004
"The company line is that this wine was inspired by Bin 707 Cabernet, and invented by former chief winemaker John Duval in response to freer availability of cabernet grapes in 1990. This is a very fine Aussie cabernet, showing raspberry and cassis fruit backed by leather, walnut and cedar overtones from oak maturation. The palate is lively and firm with plenty of tannin giving density, authority and grip. It will cellar well and cope with hearty food, such as beef wellington."
Huon Hooke, Ralph Kyte-Powell, The Penguin Good Australian Wine Guide - Australia, 1 October 2003
"Penfolds Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon 2000, South Australia. Bright, fine in textures and clear in flavor, offering pure currant and blackberry fruit that doesn't quit as it picks up hints of pepper and herbs on the finish."
Harvey Steiman, Wine Spectator, NY - U.S., 30 June 2003
"Fragrant fruit nose with silky tannins and cassis fruit palate, earthy on the finish - great wine."
Nick Caraturo, National Liquor News - Australia, 1 June 2003
"The 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon, Bin 407, South Australia, $26, was aged in oak for 12 months in French, 16% new, and American, 12% new. It has inviting aromas of currants, blackberry, bitter chocolate, and a touch of sweat. The palate adds cranberry, cherry, and loads of tannin and the finish is long and medium-broad. The wine has excellent structure, integration, and layers of flavors and should be much bigger, richer, and smoother with another two years of bottle age. Very nice."
Harold Baer Jr, Harold Baer, Colorado Wine News - U.S., 1 April 2003
Awards:
Gold, 2003 The Great International Wine Awards Mundus Vini
Gold, 2003 Japan International Wine Challenge
Gold, 2003 San Francisco International Wine Competition
Country:
Australia
Region:
SA-(Other)
Variety:
Wine Red - Cabernet
Size:
750mL
