Since 1844, Penfolds has played a pivotal role in the evolution of winemaking with a rich history and heritage profoundly reflecting Australia’s journey from colonial settlement to the modern era. Distinctive, with a consistently recognizable ‘House Style’, Penfolds showcases a collection of benchmark wines, established in a spirit of innovation and the constant and endless pursuit of quality.
Penfolds continues to remain true to its original values by honouring their historic blends, significant milestones and heritage vineyards. Today, Penfolds celebrates these traditional winemaking values, as we also cultivate great new traditions to be enjoyed by collectors and drinkers globally.
Barossa Vintage Festival Penfolds Event
A TOAST TO THE PENFOLDS BRANDY COLLECTION PRESENTED BY PENFOLDS
Indulge with a Brandy & Canape Tasting Flight, including; - LOT. 1990 Pot Distilled Single Batch Brandy 28 year old blend - served with crayfish bun + tarragon mayonnaise - LOT. 020 Special Release Brandy 20 year old blend - served with comte + quince jam - LOT. 015 Triple Oak Brandy 15 year old blend - served with duck terrine + parsnip + pistachio Brandy connects us to our past and our origins in fortified winemaking Brandy for Penfolds is a recognition of the importance spirit plays in fortified production and early Australian winemaking. We toast to three new brandys in our stable.
Date: 1th - 18th April, 2021
Time: 2pm - 2:45pm
Cost: $50.00 Per Person
Location: Penfolds Cellar Door, 30 Tanunda Rd, Nuriootpa
Behind the Brand
YEAR ESTABLISHED
1844
REGIONS
South Australia, New South Wales, Tasmania - Australia
CHIEF WINEMAKER
Peter Gago
VARIETIES
Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Riesling, Grenache, Mataro, Pinot Noir, Traminer, Tempranillo, Sangiovese, Semillon, Pinot Gris, Fortifieds
Meet the Makers
As Penfolds Chief Winemaker, Peter’s passion and dedication to the time-honoured Penfolds winemaking style is unsurpassed. In 2002 Peter became the fourth ever Chief Winemaker since the first vineyard was planted in 1844 by Dr Christopher Penfold and his wife Mary.
Together with his fellow winemakers, Peter’s careful custodianship has ensured that Grange and the entire portfolio have continued to set the benchmark for the Penfolds House Style and quality
Meet The 2020 Collection
The Penfolds Collection 2020 is a family of fine wines spanning five impressive white and red wine Australian vintages. Led by the 66th consecutive release of Grange, the 2020 Collection is a testament to the enduring House Style and winemaking philosophy passed down through generations of Penfolds winemakers. The wines of the 2020 Collection stand proudly in a release that offers red wines of distinctive refinement and cellaring potential, and white wines which deliver on complexity and flavour.
