After a wet winter, spring was cool to mild followed by a warm, drysummer. The 2005 Harvest saw plenty of sunshine and very littlerain. These conditions produced intense flavors, aromatics, andcolors. The 2005 Phoenix Cabernet Sauvignon expresses distinctiveCoonawarra regionality and structure unique to the Penley Estateproperty. This elegant, full-bodied wine leads with ripe blackberry andcassis on the nose followed by aromas of spice, dark berries and subtleoak. The tantalizing dark berry flavors are heightened by the velvetyfinish. Drink now or cellar up to five years for additional complexity.

Rating: VERY GOOD Distinctive - As reviewed by Food & Wine - 2009 Wine Guide on 2009. Showcasing the estate's trademark balance, Penley's Cabernet offers ripe cherry fruit, with pretty black pepper spice and anise aromas. The finish is long and satisfying, with good complexity from the use of both new and used French and American oak.

This dark red wine opens with a pleasant black cherry bouquet. On the palate, this medium bodied wine has noticeable acidity with fruit forward blackberry and plum like flavors. The finish is dry, ...

Community Tasting Notes (average 86.9 pts. and median of 87 pts. in 7 notes)