Koonunga Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 2024
Penfolds
Koonunga Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 2024
Penfolds
Koonunga Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 2024
Overview
Overview
Well-regarded since launch, the Koonunga Hill Cabernet Sauvignon showcases the typical cellarability that all Penfolds wines are renowned for. The wine has excellent structure and length and while it is ready for drinking now, it will gain further complexity with short term cellaring.
*Please note there is a 5 case limit per order for this product.
| Varietal | Cabernet Sauvignon |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Multi Region |
| Volume | 750 mL |
| Closure | Screw Cap |
| Alc/Vol | 14.5% |
| Peak Drinking | Now - 2035 |
| Winemaker | The Penfolds Team |
Taste Description
Taste Description
Nose
Distinctly varietal, showcasing classic Cabernet Sauvignon notes. First, alluring aromas of red fruits. Cranberry, rhubarb, and red cherry are intricately layered with exotic spices, including fenugreek, mustard powder, and curry powder. These savoury elements are complemented by a touch of roast rub spice and a whisper of fresh herbs, lending complexity and intrigue.
Flavours and Palate
Medium-bodied and plush, unfolding with a juicy cascade of red, blue, and purple fruits, harmoniously interwoven with the confectionary sweetness of red jubes. The subtle influence of oak imparts a creamy hint of coconut, providing a soft yet supportive structure. A well-defined structural line enhances the wine's balance, offering impressive fruit length that delivers both vibrancy and finesse. A seamless interplay of fruit and spice lingers, leaving a refreshing impression. An excellent choice for immediate enjoyment, with the potential to reveal further nuances over time.
Viticulture Vintage & Winemaking
Viticulture Vintage & Winemaking
Vintage Conditions
Winter rainfall exceeded the average, primarily due to significant falls in June and July. Although August and September saw below-average rain, soil moisture levels were ideal for a successful budburst. Late spring in South Australia brought a series of low-pressure systems, delivering substantial rainfall. The season overall was notably cool, which delayed harvest by several weeks. This extended hang-time allowed the Cabernet Sauvignon grapes to develop beautifully distinct varietal characters.
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 180 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.