Penfolds Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Winemaking and Drinking

 2021 — A Vintage Worth Savoring

Penfolds Bin 707 has long been one of Australia’s great Cabernet Sauvignon benchmarks, a wine that carries the same sense of gravitas and ambition as Grange, but through a purely Cabernet lens. The 2021 vintage continues that legacy with admirable confidence, capturing the strengths of a standout South Australian growing season and the meticulous blending that Penfolds is known for.

A Wine With a Sense of Place

The fruit for Bin 707 is always sourced from Penfolds’ most prized Cabernet vineyards, and in 2021 that meant a selection of outstanding parcels from regions like Coonawarra, Barossa Valley, and Wrattonbully. Each of these areas brings something different to the table—deep, dark fruit from the Barossa; lifted aromatics and structured tannins from Coonawarra; and bright, energetic flavors from Wrattonbully. The magic of Bin 707 lies in how these components are woven together into one seamless expression.

The 2021 growing season was kind to Cabernet, offering balanced temperatures and an even ripening pattern. The result was fruit with exceptional purity and depth, giving the winemaking team the raw materials they needed for a powerful but polished release.

Crafted With Intention

Penfolds treats Bin 707 with the same level of precision it brings to its top-tier wines. It’s always 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, always bold, and always built to age. The 2021 vintage spent its maturation period in new American oak hogsheads—a distinctive choice that leaves its signature on the wine, adding layers of toasted spice, vanilla, chocolate, and warm, savory complexity.

The goal is simple: create a Cabernet that’s unapologetically rich and Australian in character, yet refined enough to stand shoulder to shoulder with the world’s great cellar-worthy wines.

Tasting

The 2021 Bin 707 greets you with deep, vibrant aromas—think blackcurrant, mulberry, ripe blackberry, and a swirl of cassis. As it opens, more exotic notes emerge: hints of Moroccan spice, dark chocolate, toasted grain, and even a touch of brandy snap sweetness. It’s the kind of nose that rewards patience, evolving gradually as the wine breathes.

On the palate, the wine is full bodied, layered, and commanding. Plush waves of dark fruit lead the way, supported by flavors of black fig, cocoa, licorice, and raspberry coulis. The tannins are firm but beautifully polished, giving the wine a sculpted frame that promises decades of graceful aging. There’s a creamy, luxurious texture through the mid-palate and a finish that lingers long after the last sip.

Awards and Accolades

The 2021 release quickly drew enthusiastic praise from critics around the world, with many awarding it high marks for its concentration, balance, and sheer presence. In the eyes of collectors, Bin 707 remains one of Australia’s most consistently impressive Cabernets, and the 2021 vintage only strengthens that status. It’s a wine built for the long haul—something you can happily cellar for 20 to 30 years, watching it unfold layer by layer.

In many ways, 2021 is a vintage that captures both power and restraint. It has all the richness and muscle that fans of Bin 707 expect, but also a clarity of fruit and structural finesse that make it feel especially complete. It’s a wine for celebratory moments, long dinners, and quiet evenings where you want a bottle that speaks with confidence and character.

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or someone beginning to explore the upper echelon of Australian reds, Penfolds Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is a vintage that deserves attention—and, eventually, a place on your table.