Penfolds Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 750ml

Classic mature Cabernet with cassis, blackberry, cedar, mint and a long, finely structured finish.

About The Wine

Penfolds Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 is a beautifully mature South Australian Cabernet that combines varietal definition with the depth and polish that have made this label such a long standing favourite. Built from a multi regional blend across premium South Australian vineyards, the 2012 vintage brings together ripe black fruit, savoury detail, fine tannin structure and a composed oak frame. With bottle age now adding extra complexity, it sits in a lovely drinking window while still holding shape and freshness.

Halliday Wine Companion - 95 Points 

The grapes came from Wrattonbully, Padthaway, McLaren Vale, Coonawarra and Langhorne Creek, partially barrel-fermented before spending 14 months in 22% French (100% new) and 68% American (19% new, 16% 1yo, 43% seasoned) oak hogsheads. A very interesting wine; it's not until the finish of the palate and aftertaste that the leopard's spots become clear. From this point you need to work backwards to finally arrive (on reassessment) at the bouquet, which has developed the cassis and plum fragrance it initially lacked, likewise the juicy fruit of the mid-palate. 

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Cassis, blackberry compote, mocha, cedar, mint and subtle spice.

Palate: Medium to full-bodied and mouth-filling, with black berry fruit, cassis, a crisp line of acidity and firm, grainy tannins.

Finish: Long, focused and structured, with lingering dark fruit, savoury spice and Cabernet freshness.

Serving Suggestions

A superb match for roast beef, grilled ribeye, slow-cooked lamb, mushroom dishes or hard aged cheeses.

About the Winery / Producer / Region

Penfolds is one of Australia’s most historic wine houses, established in 1844. Bin 407 was first released with the 1990 vintage and was created to showcase Cabernet Sauvignon in a style that offers both varietal clarity and approachability, while still carrying the structure and depth expected from Penfolds. The 2012 release draws on fruit from Wrattonbully, Padthaway, McLaren Vale, Coonawarra and Langhorne Creek, highlighting the house’s long-standing multi-region blending philosophy.

Cellaring Potential

This is drinking very well now, with mature fruit, savoury development and firm structure all in place. It should continue to hold nicely over the short to medium term under good cellaring conditions.

Collector’s Note

A strong mature Bin 407 release, with published 95 point reviews for the 2012 vintage. 

Details

Producer: Penfolds

Vintage: 2012

Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon

Region: South Australia

Alcohol: 14.5%

Bottle Size: 750ml