Penfolds Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is a classic, multi-regional blend from South Australia’s top Cabernet zones including Coonawarra, Padthaway, Wrattonbully, McLaren Vale, and Barossa Valley. Matured for 12 months in French and American oak, it showcases refined and balanced varietal character with aromas of blackcurrant, herbs, and subtle sweet oak. The palate is fresh and elegant, with ripe dark fruits, well-integrated tannins, and a lively acidity that delivers a long, polished finish. This approachable yet structured Cabernet offers excellent value as a flagship expression, ideal for drinking from 2025 through 2040.

The Wine Advocate | RP 94
Published: Jul 18, 2024
Drink: 2024-2042

The 2022 Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon hails from a range of regions in South Australia (Coonawarra, Padthaway, Wrattonbully, McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley) and matured in both French and American oak. This wine appears to have become more elegant over the years, and right now, the fruit is evident within the folds of sweet oak. The wine is detailed, fresh and herbal yet populated with lashings of sweet fruit. There is a nice see-saw of experience here. There is balance in a loud mix. 14.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.

Decanter | D 94
Published: Jul 3, 2024
Drink: 2026-2040

It’s not as opulent or immediately expressive as the thrilling 2021 vintage, but this multi-region blend – taking fruit from Coonawarra, Padthaway, Wrattonbully, McLaren Vale and the Barossa – provides another very strong example of carefully defined varietal expression, and as Penfolds’ most modestly-priced elite Cabernet wine, represents good value. The nose is pretty, although the entry seems a bit thin before the fresh blackberry and sage flavours bloom in the mid-palate and persist, riding on the back of well-balanced tannins. 
Closure: Cork
Alcohol: 14.50%
Body: Full
Oak: Oaked
Grapes: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Jamessuckling.com | JS 92
Published: Jun 27, 2024

A juicy and round-textured red with currant and berry aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied with fine tannins and a crunchy finish. Lightly bitter lemons and walnuts at the end. Drink now. Screw cap.

Jancisrobinson.com | JR 17.5
Published: Jun 20, 2024
Drink: 2025-2040

Launched with the 1990 vintage in 1993 in response to the increasing availability of high-quality Cabernet Sauvignon fruit. A sort of baby 707. 25% Coonawarra, 24% Padthaway, 19% Wrattonbully, 18% McLaren Vale, 6% Barossa Valley, 8% other regions. Aged 12 months in French oak (25% new) and American oak (11% new) hogsheads.
Quite aromatic. Quite fragrant and like fermented blackcurrant pastilles. Round and flattering. Much richer than most Cabs. No angularity. Round and long with masses on the mid palate. Less luscious than the 707 and approachable earlier, although it has no shortage of tannin.

Penfolds.com

Launched with the 1990 vintage in 1993, Bin 407 was developed in response to the increasing availability of high-quality Cabernet Sauvignon fruit. Inspired by Bin 707, Bin 407 offers varietal definition and approachability, yet still possessing structure and rich depth of flavour. Textbook Cabernet Sauvignon, the expressive Bin 407 demonstrates the reward of Penfolds multi-regional blending philosophy. A core of ripe fruit is well supported by sensitive use of French and American oak.

Colour: Dark plum, opaque.
Nose: A blend of raw (unroasted) coffee beans, pencil shavings and graphite, establish a nose that speaks to varietal character. A wild herb garden unfolds, bringing marjoram, thyme flowers, rocket, sage and rosemary while notes of crème de cassis liqueur reinforce varietal credentials. Richness ensues with the aroma of Portuguese tart custard cream. Overall, sweet notes dominate but are beautifully anchored by earthier elements.
Palate: The core is undeniably sweet/rich yet sophisticated. The wine opens expansively — firm in structure yet big and glossy on approach. Tannins are remarkably balanced; they assert their presence without detracting from the lush blackcurrant fruit at its heart. Freshness is maintained through lively acidity, contributing greatly to the wine's depth and length. Well-integrated oak underpins these flavours without overwhelming them — focused and enhancing rather than competing with the fruit profile. A hint of Sarsaparilla adds an unexpected twist that lingers into the finish.