II
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 5 to 15 years from the vintage release, though its robust structure allows it to cellar beautifully for up to 20 years.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Slow-roasted leg of lamb with rosemary, grilled ribeye steak with a red wine reduction, or rich beef bourguignon.
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Penfolds 'II' represents a historic, boundary-pushing collaboration between the historic Australian producer Penfolds and the esteemed Bordeaux winemaking house, Dourthe. This unique cross-hemisphere blend unites two distinct winemaking traditions, combining Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot sourced from Bordeaux, France, with premium South Australian Shiraz. The components are carefully blended and matured under the stewardship of Penfolds winemakers. The name 'II' signifies the partnership of two hemispheres, two legendary wine regions, and two distinct styles coming together in perfect harmony. The result is a wine that marries the structured, savory elegance of French Cabernet with the plush, opulent, and spicy fruit character of Australian Shiraz, offering a fascinating dialogue between Old World restraint and New World generosity.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1844 by Dr. Christopher and Mary Penfold at Magill Estate near Adelaide, Penfolds is one of Australia's oldest and most iconic wineries, now headquartered in Nuriootpa, South Australia. The estate is celebrated for pioneering a unique house style centered on multi-regional and multi-vineyard blending, a philosophy perfected by legendary winemaker Max Schubert in the mid-20th century. Penfolds is globally renowned for its robust, structured red wines aged in premium oak, most notably its flagship Grange—a rich, collectible Shiraz-based blend—alongside acclaimed expressions like Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz and Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon. Today, while maintaining its deep South Australian roots, the producer has expanded its winemaking footprint to include exceptional terroirs in California, Bordeaux, and beyond.