The Penfolds BIN 600 displays a garnet-colored core with a cherry-red rim. On the nose, it presents itself as opulent and rich with a "European," spicy aroma profile that is both refined and inviting. Aromas of piquant marinated olives, feta, and semi-dried tomatoes unfold. An exotic note of red Thai curry paste, freshly ground with a mortar and pestle, mingles with these, accompanied by thyme blossoms, lavender, and violets. The scent of braised lamb with winter root vegetables, barley and mushroom risotto, and beef consommé completes the bouquet.

On the palate, the wine is crisp and assertive with notes of malt and toast. Generous, sweet fruit flavors dominate, with the sweet American oak enveloping the core of dark fruit and encapsulating all the wine's aromas. As the oak notes unfold, pudding, goji berries, dates, and a creamy chocolate-malt note emerge. Oregano, hazelnut, and cinnamon add further spice to the palate. Structurally, the wine opens up rather than focusing on a finish. The tannins are pronounced, and the palate remains assertive.