Penfolds Koonunga Hill Cabernet-Merlot 2000
Varietal: Bordeaux Red Blends
Vineyard: Penfolds Wines
Region: Barossa Valley, Australia
Colour: Dense, deep red with a purple core and vibrant ruby rim.
Bouquet: The nose is dominated by appealing Cabernet Sauvignon varietal characters, with telltale notes of blackcurrant, capsicum and mint. Merlot adds a plummy richness at the back, whilst the oak conveys a spicy warmth to the background aromatics.
Palate: Dark cherry and blackcurrant flavours dominate the palate, with beetroot and some leafy notes, set against a savoury backdrop of understated oak. The wine has a tight structure, with excellent grip, definition and length, showing ripe tannins and abundant varietal flavour. Drinking well now but showing promise of medium term aging capability.
Alc/Vol:13.5%
