Australia's winemaking history of less than two hundred years is brief by European measures, though, like Europe, punctuated by periods of extreme success and difficult times. From the earliest winemaking days Penfolds has figured prominently and few would argue the importance of Penfolds influence on Australia's winemaking psyche. Without the influence of Penfolds the modern Australian wine industry would look very different indeed. Sitting comfortably outside of fad and fashion, Penfolds has taken Australian wine to the world on a grand stage and forged a reputation for quality that is without peer. Penfolds has a history and heritage that profoundly reflects Australia's journey from colonial settlement to the modern Era. Established in 1844, just eight years after the foundation of South Australia, Penfolds has played a pivotal role in the evolution of winemaking in Australia - and across the world. Penfolds collection of benchmark wines were established in a spirit of innovation and the constant and endless pursuit of quality, evidenced from the secret bottlings of Grange in 1951 and the unbroken line of vintages of what is now Australia's most iconic wine. Historic blends, significant milestones and heritage vineyards have been honoured by a lineage of custodians whose courage and imagination, precision and humility have ensured Penfolds remains true to its original values while remaining relevant for current and future generations.
52bAustralia » South Australia
Decanter 96 The complete Cabernet chorus sings its way out of the glass fruit, leaf and flower, all in perfect harmony. Rich from the outset, it
James Suckling 94 A strong vintage for warmer-climate shiraz and this wine is certainly reaping the benefits. The nose has such eclectic fruit aromas that run
6aAustralia » South Eastern Australia
Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon has established itself as one of Australia's favourite premium red wines. Since its first vintage in 1976, Koonunga Hill's
53aAustralia » South Australia
James Suckling 97 A blend of 57 cabernet sauvignon and 43 shiraz, this has a very impressively complete feel, a hallmark of the 2018 vintage wines,
Australia » South Eastern Australia
James Suckling 92 “Some assertive toasty oak, almost candied nuts and toffee-like notes layered across bright spiced pear and peach fruits. The palate has a smooth
Penfolds Description Rawson's Retreat Shiraz Cabernet is sourced from premium Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon grape-growing regions throughout South Eastern Australia. Showcasing appealing berry and spice characteristics
Australia » South Eastern Australia
James Suckling 95 This moves into refined and very striking style with a wealth of lemons, white peaches and nectarines on offer, as well as nicely
James Suckling 93 This has a duality between some cooler-climate sourcing (some downgraded Bin 707 material went here) and warmer-region fruit from McLaren Vale and the
Wine Spectator 94 "Elegant, smooth and supple, showing off cedar, black tea and sandalwood aromas, with plenty of restraint. The raspberry coulis, dark chocolate cherry and
Bin 28 offers a showcase of warm-climate Australian Shiraz – ripe, robust and generously flavoured. First made in 1959, Bin 28 is named after the
Producer Australia's winemaking history of less than two hundred years is brief by European measures though, like Europe, punctuated by periods of extreme success and difficult
" Rawson’s Retreat Chardonnay is made from carefully selected fruit grown across southeast Australia. It displays the expected Australian chardonnay characteristics of rock-melon and peach
Australia » South Eastern Australia
Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon has established itself as one of Australia's favourite premium red wines. Since its first vintage in 1976, Koonunga Hill's
James Suckling 91 Purple berries and blackcurrants. There’s attractive freshness with licorice, some leafy nuances and roasting herbs. Really nice and fleshy uptake on entry. Full
Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon has established itself as one of Australia's favourite premium red wines. Since its first vintage in 1976, Koonunga Hill's
Bin 28 offers a showcase of warm-climate Australian Shiraz – ripe, robust and generously flavoured. First made in 1959, Bin 28 is named after the
James Suckling 96 "The personality of this warmer-vintage Bin 389 is big, bold and welcoming. Coal smoke and graphite intertwine with blackberry, cassis, woody and leafy
James Suckling 92 Youthful cabernet style here, showing plenty of blackcurrants and a tarry edge with dried plums, some raisins, mint and sweetly fragrant oak spices.
With each vintage release the cool-climate Bin 128 Coonawarra Shiraz provides an interesting counterpoint to the more opulent and richly concentrated warm-climate Kalimna Bin 28
" Color is deep, dark crimson. Rich and full nose that offers notes of sun-dried tomato, blackcurrant, and black olive. Furry, firm tannins and supportive
" Koonunga Hill Chardonnay reflects Penfolds multi-region, multi-vineyard blending philosophy, which enables winemakers to source the best parcels of fruit to produce consistently high quality
Wine Spectator 91 "Toasted herb, crushed rock and dried violet aromas are precise, with plenty of focus to the laser beam of juicy red fruit flavors.
Australian Wine Companion 96 Matured for 12 months in French (25% new) and American(10% new) hogsheads. Bright colour; a testament to the formidable skills and experience
Winemaker Notes Deep dense magenta. The very first impression? Instantly Penfolds. Some barrel-ferment nuances perhaps? A formic lift, V.A., regressive oak? Maybe all listed are guilty
"Penfolds' Bin 389 Cabernet/Shiraz 2014 comes from a South Australian vintage which benefitted from a warm growing season, allowing grapes to develop evenly and with