2019 Penley Steyning Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra Australia

Meet the 2019 Penley Steyning Cabernet Sauvignon, a true Coonawarra knockout that delivers the power and finesse you'd expect from one of Australia's finest wine regions—without the insane price tag of its bigger-name rivals.

Penley Estate is a winery born from a unique and powerful family legacy. The Tolley sisters, Bec and Ang, carry on a winemaking tradition that blends the history of two legendary Australian wine families: Penfolds and Tolley. While Penley is the product of these two great lineages, it’s the Tolley family who’s the direct link, founding Penley Estate as a tribute to both legacies.

The Penley name itself is a playful fusion of Penfolds and Tolley, celebrating the historic roots of both families. The Penfolds brand—born in 1844 through Mary Penfold, a true pioneer in the industry—helped set the stage for what we now know as Australian winemaking royalty. Gladys Penfold Hyland, one of Mary’s descendants, furthered this legacy as Penfold’s first female Chairman of the Board. And now, through the Tolley sisters, the Penfold and Tolley spirits live on in every bottle.

This Cabernet is grown on Coonawarra’s “Terra Rossa” soils—the region's golden ticket to world-class wines. Think of the rich, deep flavors of blackcurrant, cassis, and a hint of earthy spice—signature Coonawarra characteristics that make this wine a real gem. Bold, yet silky smooth, it’s the kind of wine that begs for another sip. And the best part? It has all the power of Wynns or Yalumba but at a fraction of the price.

Behind this magic is Kate Goodman, one of Australia’s top winemakers. With a career that includes time at legendary wineries like Wirra Wirra, Seppelt, and Punt Road, Kate’s expertise is why Penley’s wines are absolutely stunning. In 2018, she was named “Winemaker of the Year” at the Australian Women in Wine Awards—a well-deserved recognition for the woman who’s been crafting wines that speak for themselves.