1998 Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon
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The 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon Bin 407 displays a saturated ruby/purple color as well as classic aromas of cedar and cassis, medium to full body, considerable fruit, sweet tannin, and adequate acidity. Drink it over the next 7-8 years. Importer: Southcorp Wines North America, Monterey, CA; tel. (408) 655-4848
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Robert Parker
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Saturated bright deep ruby. Initially reticent nose opened to reveal dark berries, bitter chocolate and game. Fat, fruity and pliant, but less focused than the Bin 707. Bright flavors of dark berries. Finishes with good length, but today the wine acids and tannins have not yet harmonized.
About the producer

Penfolds is Australia’s most famous wine producer, known best for their iconic top wine, Grange. First produced commercially in 1952, Grange has since gone on to become one of the world’s most famous fine wines. In 2001, the wine was listed as an Australian heritage icon.