An introduction to Penfolds, Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon, South Australia, South Australia

Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon is a cornerstone of the Penfolds collection and a benchmark for Australian Cabernet Sauvignon. Crafted from the finest Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, predominantly sourced from the renowned wine regions of South Australia, this wine exemplifies the best of Penfolds' winemaking expertise.

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Understanding Penfolds, Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon, South Australia, South Australia

The selection of grapes for Bin 707 is stringent, focusing on regions known for fine Cabernet Sauvignon like the Barossa Valley, Coonawarra, and Wrattonbully. These regions offer a mix of soil types, from red clay to limestone, contributing to the intense flavour and tannin structure of the grapes. The varying climates across these regions, from cooler maritime to warmer continental, ensure complexity and depth. After careful harvesting, grapes undergo fermentation and extended maceration to extract deep colour and rich tannins. The wine is then aged in new American oak barrels, which imparts flavour complexity and a powerful structure. Penfolds Bin 707 displays blackcurrant, dark chocolate, mint, notes of tobacco and cedar in an opulent palate with robust tannins that provide the structure that promises solid ageing potential. Bin 707 reveals an even more nuanced and complex character over time.

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