Celebrating Penfolds: A Legacy of Excellence at Steer Dining Room
Since 2022, Steer Dining Room has proudly partnered with Penfolds, one of Australia’s most esteemed wineries. This partnership has flourished over the years, reflecting a shared commitment to excellence. Today, we’re delighted to unveil our deluxe collection of Penfolds’ 2024 releases, showcased in a dedicated feature at Steer Dining Room.
A Timeless Heritage: The Penfolds Story
Penfolds’ journey began in 1844, when Dr. Christopher and Mary Penfold pioneered winemaking in the fertile soils of South Australia. From crafting medicinal tonics to shaping Australia’s rich winemaking heritage, their legacy has been carried forward by generations of visionary winemakers. Nearly two centuries later, Penfolds continues to elevate the world of wine, expanding its influence across renowned regions in Australia, France, California, and even China.
A By-the-Glass Collection Like No Other
In keeping with our pursuit of offering only the finest, Steer Dining Room presents an exclusive selection of Penfolds’ most distinguished wines—available by the glass, preserved using the Coravin system. This rare experience allows you to explore the world of collectible wines while savoring each pour at its freshest, as if the bottle were just opened.
The collection presents Penfolds prolific range of iconic Australian wines, as well as explores their journey into new territories such as California and Bordeaux, adding an Australian flare to the wines produced in these regions.
NV Penfolds x Thienot Champagne Rose
Reims, France
$40 - 150ml
Nose: An ascent of (textbook) grenadine fruits – Avec raspberry, redcurrant, blackcurrant and strawberry. Sans pomegranate. Citrus notes of pink grapefruit / mandarin marmalade. Upon sitting – wafts of cherry jam, sorry confiture.
Palate: Balanced, with an overt freshness - crispness up-front, and a delicate dosage imprint on finish. Relaxed acidity, friendly effervescence. Subtle mandarin and raspberry fruits impact immediately – over a flavour base of strawberry with pepper / Turkish Delight with pistachio.
2022 Penfolds Bin 389, Cabernet Shiraz
Multi Regional, South Australia
$45 - 150ml
Nose: Scents of mahogany, cigar box and sweet oak spice. Lifted summer berry compote, tart red currant and cranberry nuances.
Palate: Cool fruits, lifted, vibrant and pure. Lush plum, blackberry, mulberry, and wild cherry. Cocoa-powder like tannins with layers of complexity.
2021 Penfolds Bin 600, Cabernet Shiraz
California, USA
$38 - 150ml
Nose: Initial scents of steamed fig, treacle pudding that transition to the fragrant bloom of roses. Buttery notes of French pastries – baked brioche and blueberry Danish. Green peppercorns add the savoury, fresh spice lift.
Palate: The palate reveals itself to be both creamy and soft yet generous with bright fruits. Reminiscent flavours of cherry ripe and strawberries and cream lollies. Balanced, beckoning for another sip.
2022 Penfolds x Dourthe II, Cabernet Merlot
South Australia & Bordeaux
$180ml - 150ml
$90ml - 75ml
Nose: A saturation of black fruits – blackcurrant / cassis, rosehip, damson. Black olive tapenade, prosciutto with peppery tones. Rosemary, sage, bay leaves and thyme. Lavendar and mint also appear.
Palate: Immediately exotic yet restrained fruits – fresh blackcurrant, boysenberry and mulberry. An underlying gamey meatiness, grippy tannins add density to the palate. Quarry stone / quartz-like minerality. Roundness / completeness / otherness = Wine of the World.
2022 Penfolds Bin 707, Cabernet Sauvignon
Multi Regional, South Australia
$280 - 150ml
$140 - 75ml
Nose: Persuasive cabernet black olive, graphite, tapenade aromatics.Scents wave of choc-mint, Asian spices and sage / bay leaf botanicals. Also present – ironstone and iris / dried hibiscus florals.
Palate: A base of ferric notes on the palate (black pudding), laced with milk chocolate, red and black berried fruits with fine, long ripe tannins. 100% new oak – only thought about when reminded.
2020 Penfolds Bin 95 ‘Grange’, Shiraz
Multi Regional, South Australia
$360 - 150ml
$180 - 75ml
Nose: An instant proclamation of identity – aniseed, liquorice, wintergreen, fennel. Damson plum, pan scrapings create a complexity of aromatics.
Palate: Upfront red fruits, maraschino cherry, cocoa / dark chocolate dust. Talc-like, velvety tannins, textural, with all components well integrated. Nuances of sandalwood derived from oak. Alluring and distinctive. Bespoke Wine Flights - Australia & Beyond
75ml pour of each
California & South Australia - $200
2021 Penolds Bin 600, Cabernet Shiraz
2022 Penfolds Bin 389, Cabernet Shiraz
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2020 Penfolds Bin 95 ‘Grange’, Shiraz
Bordeaux & South Australia - $350
2022 Penfolds x Dourthe II, Cabernet Merlot
2022 Penfolds Bin 707, Cabernet Sauvignon
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2020 Penfolds Bin 95 ‘Grange’, Shiraz
Perfect Pairings with Penfolds
For those seeking the ultimate indulgence, allow our sommelier to guide you through the perfect pairings. For a rich, full-bodied experience, we recommend a glass of Penfolds Cabernet Sauvignon alongside our Porterhouse or T-bone, where the robust tannins elevate the deep flavors of the meat. And, for a truly luxurious affair, savor the legendary 95 Grange or Grange 389 with our succulent Rib Eye—an unforgettable harmony of juiciness and depth.
At Steer Dining Room, every bite and sip is a celebration of craftsmanship. Join us in raising a glass to Penfolds—a name synonymous with timeless elegance, perfectly paired with the finest Wagyu and steaks from around the world.
This version maintains the luxurious feel of Steer’s brand, while highlighting Penfolds’ legacy and the exclusive wine offerings. It emphasizes indulgence and sophistication, perfectly matching Steer’s identity
New Penfolds selection available now at Steer Dining Room.
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