Description
The most powerful expression of Penfolds multi-district, multi-vineyard blending philosophy, Grange is arguably Australia’s most celebrated wine and is officially listed as a Heritage Icon of South Australia.
Produced using fully-ripe, intensely flavoured and structured shiraz grapes.
The resulting wines have a unique Australian style, now recognised as one of the most consistent of the world’s greatest wines.
With an unbroken line of vintages from the experimental 1951, Grange clearly demonstrates the synergy between shiraz and the soils and climates of South Australia.
Penfolds Bin 95 Grange Shiraz 1999 is the first 100% shiraz Grange since 1963, and an excellent follow on to the 1998 vintage.
The 1999 vintage in South Australia was defined by generally dry and cool weather conditions during early summer, temporarily disrupted by a hot spell in late January before moderate conditions during vintage.
Multi-regional sourcing and strong vineyard management resulted in parcels of fruit being harvested with hallmark fruit richness and ripe tannins.
Big and hugely dense wine with attractive spice, licorice, tar, fruit cake etc etc.
A big and powerful wine that promises much.
Long.
– Bob Campbell, MW, 96 Points The Finer Details Style – Red Wine Varietal – Shiraz Vintage – 1999 Country – Australia Region – South Australia Bottle Size – 750ml ABV – 14.5% Closure – Cork
