Koonunga Hill Seventy Six Shiraz Cabernet 2023
Penfolds
Koonunga Hill Seventy Six Shiraz Cabernet 2023
Penfolds
Koonunga Hill Seventy Six Shiraz Cabernet 2023
Overview
Overview
Since its inception, Penfolds Koonunga Hill has always aimed to deliver quality, value and consistency. The original 1976 Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet is a legendary wine that is still drinking well today. A perennial favourite at Penfolds Re-corking Clinics and at auction, collectors highly value its quality and longevity. Koonunga Hill Seventy Six is a multi-regional South Australian blend of Shiraz and Cabernet, a wine style that has played a pivotal role in Australia’s rich winemaking history.
*Please note there is a 5 case limit per order for this product.
| Varietal | Shiraz Cabernet |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Multi Region |
| Volume | 750 mL |
| Closure | Screw Cap |
| Alc/Vol | 14.5% |
| Peak Drinking | Enjoy Now - 2035 |
| Winemaker | The Penfolds Team |
Taste Description
Taste Description
Nose
Liquorice and aniseed provide a sweet and spicy edge, accompanied by ripe fig, quince, and sumptuous plum. Hints of clove and cinnamon lend warmth, while vanilla and black pepper- crusted pastrami add complexity and a savoury character. The bouquet is underscored by notes of cedar, incense, and the sweetness of a London bun and marzipan.
Flavours and Palate
Taut and focused, showcasing Cabernet's defined presence. A persistent line of slate, steel, and mineral-like acidity ties the wine's elements together seamlessly. The structure is both textural and refined, with the interplay of Shiraz and Cabernet creating a harmony of savoury and fruit characters.
Viticulture Vintage & Winemaking
Viticulture Vintage & Winemaking
South Australia
Home to the oldest vines in the country, and no less than 18 wine growing regions, South Australia accounts for almost 50% of Australia’s wine production. The Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Langhorne Creek and Coonawarra are well known for their world class reds, with Adelaide Hills, Clare Valley and Eden Valley praised for their exceptional Chardonnay and Riesling.
VINTAGE CONDITIONS
The 2023 growing season in South Australia was a year of overcoming climatic challenges, yet the excellent results speak to the skill of our vineyard teams and the dedication of the growers. Winter rainfall was near average. A cooler spring was punctuated by a series of thunderstorms that delayed flowering and fruit set. Conditions improved with the onset of summer and a return to milder weather. Generally, cool weather resulted in a prolonged vintage and slower ripening rates. Well-managed blocks adapted to the conditions, allowing us to harvest Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon well suited to the Koonunga Hill style.
The Penfolds Team
Key to the success of Penfolds has been a lineage of visionary winemakers. There have only ever been four Chief Winemakers at the helm of Penfolds – Max Schubert, Don Ditter, John Duval and Peter Gago, each a custodian of a rich winemaking tradition that goes back for more than 170 years.
Our current Penfolds winemaking team has more than 100 years between them as Penfolds winemakers. They are constantly refining and improving their work, whilst honouring the winemaking techniques of their predecessors.