Koonunga Hill Autumn Riesling 2024
Penfolds
Koonunga Hill Autumn Riesling 2024
Penfolds
Koonunga Hill Autumn Riesling 2024
Overview
Overview
Some of Penfolds finest Riesling parcels in the early 1970s were bottled under the Autumn Riesling label. Current Koonunga Hill vintages acknowledge the inaugural 1971 Autumn Riesling release by closely adhering to the original packaging with a fitting ‘retro’ label and screwcap. The Koonunga Hill Autumn Riesling, like its siblings, aims to deliver the quality, value and consistency for which this range is renowned. An expressive, highly aromatic Riesling. Floral and citrus notes combine with crisp mouth- watering acidity to make this a versatile wine suitable both as an aperitif and as a partner for richer seafood dishes.
*Please note there is a 5 case limit per order for this product.
| Varietal | Riesling |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Multi Region |
| Volume | 750 mL |
| Closure | Screw Cap |
| Alc/Vol | 10.5% |
| Peak Drinking | Now - 2027 |
| Winemaker | The Penfolds Team |
Taste Description
Taste Description
Nose
Punchy fresh, bright aromatics. Floral notes of Spring flowers abound with jasmine and citrus blossom most notable. Youthful Riesling markers of lime zest and finger limes add further allure.
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 2024 growing season was helped by plentiful winter rainfall, with heavy falls recorded in June. Spring was relatively dry and mild, providing optimal conditions for budburst and flowering. There were some reports of frost, however the vines in our Clare Valley and High Eden vineyards were minimally impacted given the steep exposed terrain. Rain at the beginning of December boosted the soil moisture levels, setting the vines up well for the remainder of the season. Summer was mild with no heatwaves which extended the hang time. Eventually, the weather did warm in late summer with short bursts of heat. Autumn was warm and dry, providing optimal ripeness in the fruit with the retention of lovely natural acidity.
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.