Koonunga Hill Cabernet Sauvignon
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, roasted rosemary lamb chops, mature cheddar cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Named after one of Penfolds' historic vineyards in the Barossa Valley, the Koonunga Hill range was first introduced in 1976 and has since established a global reputation for quality and value. The Koonunga Hill Cabernet Sauvignon is a reflection of Penfolds' multi-regional blending philosophy, sourcing premium fruit from across South Eastern Australia. This approach allows winemakers to craft a consistent, fruit-driven style that showcases the classic structural elements of Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine is typically matured in seasoned French and American oak, resulting in a generous palate of dark berry fruits, subtle spice, and structured tannins that pay homage to Penfolds' legendary winemaking heritage.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1844 by Dr. Christopher and Mary Penfold at Magill Estate in the Mount Lofty foothills, Penfolds represents one of the foundational cornerstones of Australian fine wine. Over nearly two centuries, the house evolved from crafting fortified tonics to pioneering modern multi-regional and multi-vineyard blending across South Australia's premier terroirs, including the Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, and Coonawarra. Soils span from rich terra rossa over limestone to weathered ironstone and alluvial clays under warm Mediterranean climates tempered by maritime breezes. Under the long-term stewardship of Chief Winemaker Peter Gago, the house adheres to Sustainable Winegrowing Australia standards while preserving an unmistakable house style defined by meticulous fruit classification, submerged-cap fermentation, and structured maturation in American and French oak hogsheads. Benchmark bottlings such as Grange (Bin 95), Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon, Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, and Yattarna Chardonnay define the apex of collectible New World viticulture.
🍇 Grapes
Cabernet Sauvignon
🍷 ABV
13.5% - 14.5%