Description
Penfolds has been a pioneer in the world of winemaking since its establishment in 1844 by Dr.
Christopher and Mary Penfold.
The company’s success has been driven by a lineage of visionary winemakers who have pushed the development of the company to extraordinary, bold new heights.
Mary Penfold’s reign at the helm of Penfolds saw years of determination and endeavour, experimenting with new methods in wine production.
In 1948, Max Schubert became the company’s first Chief Winemaker and he propelled Penfolds onto the global stage with his experimentation of long-lasting wines – the creation of Penfolds Grange in the 1950s.
Soon, the medals began flowing, and Grange quickly became one of the most revered wines around the world.
In 2012, Penfolds released its most innovative project to date – 12 handcrafted ampoules of the rare 2004 Kalimna Block Cabernet Sauvignon.
Today, Penfolds continues to hold dear the philosophies and legends that have driven the company’s success since its establishment in 1844.
Schubert joined Penfolds as a messenger boy in 1931 and by 1948, he became Penfolds’ first Chief Winemaker.
In the latter part of 1950, Schubert was sent to Europe to investigate winemaking practices in Spain and Portugal.
On a side trip to Bordeaux, Schubert was inspired and impressed by the French cellared-style wines and dreamed of making ‘something different and lasting’ of his own.
Combining traditional Australian techniques, inspiration from Europe and precision winemaking practices developed at Penfolds, Schubert made his first experimental wine in 1951.
In 1957, Schubert was asked to show his efforts in Sydney to top management, invited wine identities and personal friends of the board.
To his horror, the Grange experiment was universally disliked and Schubert was ordered to shut down the project.
Max continued to craft his Grange vintages in secret, hiding three vintages ’57, ’58 and ’59, in the depths of the cellars.
Eventually, the Penfolds board ordered production of Grange to restart, just in time for the 1960 vintage.
From then on, international acknowledgment and awards were bestowed on Grange, including the 1990 vintage of Grange, which was named Wine Spectator’s Red Wine of the Year in 1995.
Today, Grange’s reputation as one of the world’s most celebrated wines continues to grow.
On its 50th birthday in 2001, Grange was listed as a South Australian heritage icon, while the 2008 Grange vintage achieved a perfect score of 100 points by two of the world’s most influential wine magazines.
With every new generation of Penfolds winemakers, Max Schubert’s remarkable vision is nurtured and strengthened.
The Penfolds Bin 95 Grange Shiraz 1991 is a medium brick-colored wine with a garnet core that offers a wonderful perfume of black and red fruit preserves, prunes, figs and plum preserves, with suggestions of licorice and dark chocolate.
On the palate, this wine is medium to full-bodied, rich, powerful and spicy, right through the long finish, making it a wine that still has loads of life left in it.
As Australia’s most famous wine, Penfolds Bin 95 Grange Shiraz is known for its superb fruit complexity and flavor richness.
This exquisitely perfumed and concentrated wine combines the intensely rich fruit and ripe tannins of Shiraz with the fragrance and complementary nuances of new, fine-grained American oak.
In some years, a portion of Cabernet Sauvignon is added to enhance the aromatics and palate structure.
This wine is best enjoyed now until 2025, making it a perfect addition to any wine collection.
Overall, the Penfolds Bin 95 Grange Shiraz 1991 is a wine that is sure to impress with its complex flavors and aromas, making it a perfect pairing for a variety of dishes or a delightful experience on its own.
Seven years since last taste, and it’s mellowing nicely into classic Grange style, with great vintage intensity and power.
A superb Grange of the first rank.
– Huon Hooke, The Real Review, 97 points The Finer Details Style – Red Wine Varietal – Shiraz 90%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10% Country – Australia Region – Barossa Valley, Coonawarra, McLaren Vale, South Australia Vintage –
