Penfolds Koonunga Hill Chardonnay 2025 reflects Penfolds’ multi-region, multi-vineyard blending philosophy — sourcing the best parcels of fruit from across South Australia to produce a consistently high-quality Chardonnay of freshness, generosity, and balance. Light to medium-bodied, with distinctive primary fruit characters and a subtle underlay of moderate seasoned French oak. White gold with a green tinge, citrus blossom, roasted cashews, toasted sourdough, pistachio nougat, and exotic spicy oak on the nose; lemon curd, ruby grapefruit, sweet nougat, and ripe stone fruit on a beautifully balanced palate with lovely refreshing acidity on the finish. Named after one of Penfolds’ Barossa Valley vineyards, Koonunga Hill has established a worldwide reputation for value, lasting quality, and consistency. In a 375ml half bottle — the perfect introduction to one of Australia’s best value white wines.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
White gold with a green tinge — the fresh, luminous colour of a South Australian Chardonnay crafted from the best parcels of fruit across multiple regions and vineyards, with the clarity and vibrancy that Penfolds’ blending philosophy consistently delivers.
Aroma
Lovely varietal characters on the nose — citrus blossom, roasted cashews, toasted sourdough, pistachio nougat, and exotic spicy oak, with subtle hints of wet river stone and flint. Already showing great complexity for a wine of this accessibility and price.
Palate
Beautifully balanced with lots of tension — citrus to the fore with flavours of lemon curd and ruby grapefruit, sweet nougat and ripe stone fruits fleshing out a generous palate, with subtle oak providing texture and weight. Finishes with lovely refreshing acidity that keeps everything bright and inviting.
Pairs With
A natural companion for grilled seafood, roast chicken, creamy pasta, soft cheeses, and light summer salads — Penfolds Koonunga Hill Chardonnay is equally at home as an aperitif or throughout a relaxed meal, delivering the freshness, generosity, and balance that have made it one of Australia’s most trusted and beloved white wines.
