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Penfolds Penfold's Chardonnay
Penfolds · South Australia · Australia
$12.99
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Why it’s a great value
It carries a verified 88-point score from WineAlign at a price under $25. The next step up in the same style, Sterling Vineyards Napa Chardonnay, is $18.99. If you want to spend less, Cartlidge & Browne Winery Chardonnay is $9.99.
Taste profile
SweetnessDry → Sweet
BodyLight → Full
Acidity*Soft → Bright
Tannin*Silky → Grippy
Oak*None → Bold
Fruit*Subtle → Intense
* WineDiscounts editorial estimate based on verified tasting notes.
What it tastes like
A fresh, lightly creamy Chardonnay with lime, cashew, nougat and a clean citrus finish.
You’ll like this if…
Choose this if you want Chardonnay with some oak texture but not a heavy butter-and-vanilla profile.
Why buy it
It is a recognizable Penfolds label at an everyday price, with enough crispness for food and enough creamy texture for Chardonnay drinkers.
Best for
Seafood, chicken, casual dinners and shoppers looking for a reliable Australian Chardonnay.
Style
Light- to medium-bodied, fruit-forward Australian Chardonnay with crisp acidity and subtle oak.
Drinks like
South Australian Chardonnay, lightly oaked New World Chardonnay, value-priced Australian white blends based on Chardonnay.
Experience level
Easy for beginners; still familiar and consistent for regular Chardonnay buyers.
Flavor notes
Pairs well with
Poultry: roast chicken with herbs
Seafood: lemony grilled shrimp
Pasta: fettuccine with light cream sauce
Cheese: mild Brie or young Gouda
Serving & enjoying
- Serving temperature:
- 45-50°F
- Decanting:
- No decant needed; serve freshly chilled.
- Glassware:
- Standard white wine glass
- Drink or cellar:
- Enjoy now; producer notes current release can be enjoyed now or over the next 2 years.
- After opening:
- Best within 2-3 days when re-corked and refrigerated.
Guidance partly estimated by WineDiscounts from the wine’s style.
About this wine
Penfolds Koonunga Hill Chardonnay is a light- to medium-bodied Australian Chardonnay with citrus, subtle tropical fruit, cashew and a gentle creamy-oak accent. Crisp acidity keeps it fresh and easy to pair with seafood, chicken or creamy weeknight dishes.
Wine details
- Type
- white
- Varietal
- Chardonnay
- Grapes
- Chardonnay
- Producer
- Penfolds
- Country
- Australia
- Region
- South Australia
- Appellation
- South Australia
- Bottle size
- 750 Ml
- ABV
- 12.5%
Details last verified September 24, 2026
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Winemaking details ›
- Winemaker:
- Peter Gago is identified on the product page as Penfolds Chief Winemaker.
- Vineyard source:
- Multi-region, multi-vineyard sourcing; current product page lists South Australia, while the tech sheet describes the vineyard region as multi-regional.
About the winery · Penfolds ›
Penfolds has made wine since 1844 and traces its origins to Dr Christopher and Mary Penfold. The winery emphasizes a house style built on sourcing fruit from strong regions and maintaining consistency across labels. Koonunga Hill is positioned as Penfolds' approachable starting point, named for a Barossa Valley vineyard and known for freshness, generosity of flavor, richness and balance.
Critic reviews
88/100WineAlign
“John Szabo called it an "impeccably-made, characterful wine"; David Lawrason noted "tropical banana, peach fruit."”
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Penfolds Penfold's Chardonnay dry or sweet?
- Penfolds Penfold's Chardonnay is bone dry — its sweetness rating is 1 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is light-to-medium bodied.
- What does Penfolds Penfold's Chardonnay taste like?
- A fresh, lightly creamy Chardonnay with lime, cashew, nougat and a clean citrus finish.
- What food pairs with Penfolds Penfold's Chardonnay?
- It pairs well with lemony grilled shrimp, roast chicken with herbs, fettuccine with light cream sauce and mild Brie or young Gouda.
- How should I serve Penfolds Penfold's Chardonnay?
- Serve at 45-50°F. No decant needed; serve freshly chilled. Glass: Standard white wine glass.
- Is Penfolds Penfold's Chardonnay a good value?
- At $12.99 it carries a verified 88-point score from WineAlign; the review is shown on this page.
- Is there a similar wine that costs less than Penfolds Penfold's Chardonnay?
- Cartlidge & Browne Winery Chardonnay is a comparable Chardonnay at $9.99. See Cartlidge & Browne Winery Chardonnay
- What is the bottle size and alcohol content of Penfolds Penfold's Chardonnay?
- 750 ml bottle, 12.5% alcohol by volume.