Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz 2024 South Australia – Legendary quality, value, consistency since 1976. This exceptional South Australian Shiraz showcases rich deep crimson colour with ruby red hues, delightful raspberries, red cherries, cranberry and blackcurrants with black forest cake, vanilla sponge and dark Dutch cocoa aromas, revealing sweet lush fruit flavours complemented by refreshing acidity, fine-grained tannins and a juicy finish.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Rich, deep crimson colour with ruby red hues, displaying the generous fruit character of this exceptional 2024 South Australian Shiraz from Penfolds' multi-regional sourcing philosophy, with Barossa Valley always well represented.
Aroma
The nose is mainly focused on fruit, displaying delightful hints of raspberries, red cherries, cranberry and blackcurrants. Along with these, the aroma of bakery goods like black forest cake and vanilla sponge, as well as subtle touches of dark Dutch cocoa powder can also be detected. Upon further examination, one can also notice notes of spice such as paprika, turmeric and white pepper, along with a mouthwatering scent of charcuterie.
Palate
On the palate, the sweet, lush fruit flavours of raspberry, cranberry and blackcurrant are complemented by a refreshing acidity that leads to a juicy finish. The fine-grained tannins and flavours of charcuterie add structure and balance, enhancing the overall fruit profile of this wine. The Penfolds wine experience begins with Koonunga Hill, named after one of their Barossa Valley vineyards, delivering freshness, generosity of flavour, richness and balance.
Pairs With
This exceptional South Australian Shiraz pairs beautifully with grilled lamb chops, beef burgers, barbecued sausages, charcuterie boards, roast chicken, pizza with cured meats, or aged cheddar, with the wine's fine-grained tannins and refreshing acidity making it perfect for casual dining, barbecues and everyday meals.
Named after one of Penfolds' Barossa Valley vineyards, established world-wide reputation for value, lasting quality and consistency.
Producer: Penfolds
Region: South Australia (multi-regional, Barossa Valley well represented)
Vintage: 2024
Grape Variety: Shiraz
Style: Legendary quality, value, consistency
Character: Raspberries, cherries, blackcurrants, spice, charcuterie
Tannins: Fine-grained
Acidity: Refreshing, juicy finish
Drinking Window: Enjoy now and cellar
