The Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2024 embodies Penfolds’ signature winemaking style, blending two of Australia’s most iconic red grape varieties into a classic Shiraz-Cabernet cuvée. The grapes are sourced from selected vineyards in South Australia. Within this traditional Australian blend, Shiraz takes on the role of the full-bodied, fruit-driven partner, whilst Cabernet Sauvignon, with its fine-grained tannins, provides structure and definition. The wine is aged in previously used French and American oak, which complements the fruit structure without overshadowing it. With an alcohol content of 14.5 per cent, the 2024 vintage is bottled in 0.75-litre bottles.

The climatic conditions of the 2024 vintage also contributed to the development of the grapes. Winter rainfall was close to the long-term average, whilst July proved unusually dry. A predominantly warm spring, with favourable conditions for budbreak and flowering, was followed by a mild summer without any prolonged heatwaves. Rainfall during the summer was around 20 per cent above the long-term average. These favourable conditions enabled an excellent harvest, during which both Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon were able to develop their typical varietal characteristics. The Penfolds Koonunga Hill 2024 thus combines its South Australian origins, the classic Australian blend and a balanced use of oak to create a red wine full of character.

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