Chateau Cantenac Brown is a third growth (3ème Cru Classé) Chateau located in the Haut-Medoc appellation bordering the western side of the Margaux appellation. Meticulous care is taken in the vineyard; grapes are hand-harvested and sorted prior to fermentation. Maturation takes place in 50-70% new French oak barriques with the remainder one-year old oak for 12-15 months. Chateau Cantenac Browns style highlights the typicity of Margaux displaying a fragrant bouquet, medium body, fresh cassis fruit and elegant structure.

This is Penfolds second French Wine Trial from the storied vineyards of Bordeaux, crafted by blending three of the region's classic varietals – Cabernet, Merlot and Petit Verdot. The palate is vibrant and contemporary with cherry and black fruits, cinnamon and nutmeg notes.

Serious, self-assured. A generous fleshiness persists across the palate. Wild black cherries, cola, sarsaparilla. Sage leaves fried in nut-brown butter over grilled calves’ liver. Pistachio terrine. A fine graphite core and cherry succulence. Seamlessly woven tannins. The interplay between the oak, tannins and acid results in an even mouthfeel, a textural sheen. Cranberry acidity and succulence provide a lovely balance. Surprisingly approachable, given the varietal temperament. One to watch, will evolve beautifully over the next two/three decades.Bin 407 offers varietal definition and approachability, yet still with structure and depth of flavour. Textbook cabernet sauvignon, the varietally expressive Bin 407 highlights the rewards of Penfolds multi-region, multi vineyard blending, with a core of ripe fruit supported by sensitive use of French and American oak.

One of the Margaret River's more celebrated producers, Howard Park have forged a healthy cult following. The 2001 Cabernet Blend is a full bodied red that has developed liquorice and humidor characters beneath a layers of concentrated blackberry.

A producer of distinction, Howard Park fashion wines with that rare and beguiling combination of elegance and power. Favourably likened to the great wines of Bordeaux, this wine will reward careful cellaring for many years.