Frequently Asked Questions about the Penfolds Range
Which of Penfolds signature wines should be enjoyed chilled?
When considering chilled wines in the Penfolds collection, it's essential to understand the nuances of serving temperatures. For red wines, the traditional temperature differs slightly from room temperature. Experimentation with chilling can enhance lighter-bodied reds like our Pinot Noir, Bin 138, or Bin 23, unveiling refreshing flavour profiles.
White wines, such as our Yattarna Chardonnay and Bin 51 Riesling, benefit from a slight chill, amplifying their vibrant and refreshing characteristics. Yattarna's elegance shines through at a cooler serving temperature, while Bin 51, with its crisp acidity and delicate aromatics, offers a more vibrant experience when enjoyed slightly chilled.
For our Champagne Thienot x Penfolds Champagne, serving chilled but not excessively cold preserves its nuanced flavours. Brief chilling in an ice bucket or refrigerator ensures a pleasantly cool champagne without compromising its aromatic and taste complexities.
Personal taste plays a crucial role in determining the ideal serving temperature. Experimenting with chilled wines can reveal different facets and enhance the tasting experience.
What are Penfolds most popular summer wines?
Penfolds Max’s Rosé stands out as one of our most popular summer wines in the range. Crafted from a pinot noir-dominant blend sourced from the cool-climate vineyards of South Australia’s Adelaide Hills, this refreshing wine is well-loved during the warmer months. Its crisp, textural character offers a restrained palate highlighted by a burst of red summer fruits and a hint of rhubarb.
Other strong favourites are Bin 51 Riesling and Bin 311 Chardonnay, and for those seeking more summery wines to enjoy, explore our seasonal edit of rosé and white wines, perfect for summer drinking.
Which wines in the Penfolds range are best cellared?
The Penfolds collection boasts several exceptionally well-suited wines for cellaring, an essential consideration for wine enthusiasts seeking wines with aging potential. These selections are crafted to evolve beautifully over time, enhancing their complexities and flavours. Wines such as Penfolds Grange, Bin 707, RWT Bin 798, St Henri, and Bin 389 are well-known for their cellaring potential. Whether building a wine cellar or looking to cellar specific wines, these choices promise to develop in character and quality, making them ideal for long-term storage.
