Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet 2023
Penfolds
Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet 2023
Penfolds
Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet 2023
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Overview
Overview
Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet is a reflection of the Penfolds winemaking style and philosophy. Sourced from premium vineyards across South Australia, the wine is known for its full-flavoured style with excellent shiraz and cabernet sauvignon fruit, firm yet well-rounded structure and balanced oak. Made as a traditional 'Australian blend', the shiraz component provides fleshy fruit flavour while cabernet sauvignon provides a frame of fine grained tannins.
*Please note there is a 5 case limit per order for this product.
| Varietal | Shiraz Cabernet |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | South Australia |
| Volume | 750 mL |
| Closure | Screw Cap |
| Alc/Vol | 14.5% |
| Peak Drinking | Now - 2030 |
| Winemaker | The Penfolds Team |
Taste Description
Taste Description
Nose
A gentle swirl of the glass reveals lifted peppercorn spice, a notable cabernet identity coming through despite being the minority partner in this blend. Red fruits and rhubarb shine through, while wet metal and ironstone minerality add further complexity. Savoury notes of brine and caperberry provide further aromatic intrigue.
Flavours and Palate
Flavours of blackberry, white plum and cherries provide a generous, sweet core. Mocha, spice and coffee round out a soft, silken palate. Fine powdery tannins hold everything together with a long, vibrant finish. A brick dust texture is braced by vibrant acidity. Very polished indeed.
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
Winter rainfall was slightly above average, providing a solid foundation for spring budburst. October and November were significantly wetter and cooler than average which did affect flowering and yields. Summer was closer to long term average for both rainfall and temperature. The hottest day recorded was 40.3°C on 27th December. The growing season was slow and steady, tracking at least a week later than average, culminating in harvest beginning well into March. Both Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes performed well.
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.