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Chertsey

Penley Estate

Coonawarra · Australia

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Cabernet Sauvignon · Merlot · Cabernet Franc
Country
Australia
Region
Coonawarra
Appellation
Coonawarra
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

roast meat · lamb · aged cheeses · game meats

Rated vintages

  • 200887 pts

    In certain vintages, this wine can be excellent, but in 2008 it's merely good. The fruit—a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (49%), Cabernet Franc (32%) and Merlot (19%)—comes across as slightly pruny or stewed, while the tannins remain firm and leathery.

  • 200691 pts

    The 2006 Chertsey is a blend of 49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 100% French oak. The oak's vanilla and cedar notes provide a foundation for the wine's cassis and plum flavors, cosseting them in soft tannins. Drink now–2018.