Kooonunga Hill Autumn Riesling
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 5 years of vintage release for its fresh, vibrant primary fruit, though it can develop complex toasty notes with careful cellaring up to 10 years.
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Fresh oysters, spicy Thai cuisine, pan-seared white fish
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Penfolds Koonunga Hill Autumn Riesling holds a special place in the history of Australian white wine. First released in 1971, the 'Autumn' label was highly popular in the 1970s and 1980s, showcasing the versatility of South Australian Riesling. Today, it is crafted primarily from premium cool-climate vineyards in regions like the Eden Valley, celebrated for its aromatic intensity, boasting classic notes of citrus blossom, lime zest, and mineral acidity. The winemaking philosophy focuses on capturing the pure, pristine fruit character of the Riesling grape, utilizing protective, temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation to retain maximum freshness and vibrancy without any oak influence.
🍾 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.