Penfolds

Penfolds is a winery that produces a broad portfolio across many styles and price points. It is well known for bold red wines, particularly Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon blends sourced from South Australian regions such as Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, and Coonawarra.

Rather than relying on a single site, Penfolds often blends fruit from multiple vineyards to create a consistent house style from vintage to vintage. The range extends beyond reds. Wines like Yattarna Chardonnay, along with periodic special releases, highlight white-wine craft and ongoing exploration.

Together, these practices define Penfolds as a producer that values regional diversity, careful blending, and versatility across its lineup.

Penfolds has become widely popular due to its commitment to quality and innovation while maintaining a deep connection to its Australian roots.

• Global Recognition — Often wins top awards, enhancing its prestige beyond Australia, notably in Asia where demand is high.
• National Legacy — Celebrated as a national treasure, integral to Australian wine identity and history.

• Who founded Penfolds and when?

  Penfolds was founded in 1844 by Dr. Christopher Rawson Penfold and Mary Penfold.

• Who owns Penfolds?

  Treasury Wine Estates, a global wine company, owns Penfolds.

• Who is the Chief Winemaker?

  Peter Gago has led as Chief Winemaker since 2002, maintaining the brand's focus on quality and innovation.

• Where is Penfolds based?

  Magill Estate in Adelaide is the historic/spiritual home, while the primary production site is in the Barossa Valley (Nuriootpa).

• What is Penfolds Grange known for?

  Penfolds Grange is celebrated for its deep flavors and intricate layers, primarily made from Shiraz with small Cabernet Sauvignon components in some vintages. It is the flagship wine of Penfolds and is known to age gracefully over many years.

• Why are Penfolds wines costly?

  While Penfolds spans many price points, its top-tier wines, like Grange and Special Bins, command high prices due to exceptional quality, pedigree, critical acclaim, and comparatively limited production; strong collector demand further lifts prices.

• What do the Bin numbers mean?

  Bin numbers began as internal cellar storage references used to identify batches and locations. Today, each Bin number designates a specific wine in the Penfolds portfolio (for example, Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz), but the number itself does not inherently define a style or blend.

• Does Penfolds produce wines internationally?

  While its core portfolio remains Australian-sourced, Penfolds has expanded beyond Australia, producing select wines in regions like Napa Valley and France.

• What distinguishes Penfolds from other wineries?

  Penfolds is distinguished by its multi-regional blending to a consistent house style, focus on age-worthiness, rigorous quality control, and a versatile portfolio across styles and price points.