"Beautifully fragrant, fresh and lively. This is a gentle expression of cabernet sauvignon. Black cherry, plum, licorice and a layer of dried herbs fill the nose with aromas. The palate is finely structured and intense in flavor. The texture of the tannins envelops a core of purple fruit and dark chocolate. Wrap yourself in an Arne Jacobsen "Egg" chair. All curves, flowing, soft and sexy. A cocoon of comfort and privacy. The perfect place to contemplate a glass of Project 'E' Coonawarra cabernet sauvignon." - Kate Goodman (winemaker)

The Project wines are a big part of Penley Estate's wine ideology. They are an opportunity to push boundaries and make something new. As such, Penley Estate is the first winery in Coonawarra to have used a concrete egg! The end result is otherworldly. The wine: a cabernet sauvignon fermented in a concrete egg, to be in contact with the skin for so long. 201 days to be exact. The concept of a concrete egg dates back to the 1900s and was inspired by the use of Roman amphora in the late 2nd century BC. The old technique, in a new format.

On April 25, 2019, whole berries went into the egg. The fermentation process creates heat which creates a flow, this encourages the wine to move. The egg shape (with no corners) is a huge bonus to this process and allows the wine to move more freely than in a barrel or tank. This also means a lot less intervention from the winemakers. The wine really takes on a life of its own and does not require regular punch-overs and toppings. The thick stone walls of the egg provide insulation, temperature control and it helps the fruit form. The very extensive maceration of 201 days helped to soften and layer the tannins while giving a wonderful texture to the wine.

The designer of the label; Bruna Vettori is an artist from Brazil. She is an economist with a creative soul. The label's design is an expression of contentment. There is life in all of us, just as there is life in this wine. The minimalist design brought together only by black ink tells a story of joy through wine. The artwork is also incorporated into the cork.