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Penfolds, Grange Bin 95 1967
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Reviewed by: Robert M. Parker, Jr.
Production: 3,530 cases Blend: 94% Shiraz/6% Cabernet Sauvignon Of the oldest vintages, the 1967 possessed the richest, sweetest, most seductive fruit. The nose offered up intensely fragrant, candied, sweet berry/cedar/spicy aromas. Opulently-textured, with gobs of red and black fruits, low acidity, and no tannin, this fully mature, richly fruity, medium to full-bodied Grange Hermitage is a less muscular example of the early years. Note: The production figures shown are for twelve bottle cases unless otherwise noted. Importers: PWG Vintners, Monterey, CA; tel. (408) 655-4848, fax (408) 655-0904
Reviewed by: Robert M. Parker, Jr.
A blend of 94% Shiraz and 6% Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine showed a very intriguing nose of caramel, coffee, cedar, tobacco, cassis, underbrush, and pepper. The wine is ripe, full-bodied, very well-balanced, soft, and elegant, but clearly not a blockbuster in the style most people associate with Grange. It is fully mature, but then I thought so six years ago, and yet the wine's overall harmony has served it well. Drink it up. Imported by Southcorp Wines North America, Monterey, CA; tel. (408) 655-4848.
About the Producer
Since 1844, Penfolds has played a pivotal role in the evolution of wine making with a history and heritage that profoundly reflects Australia’s journey from colonial settlement to the modern era. Penfolds collection of benchmark wines were established in a spirit of innovation and the constant and endless pursuit of quality, evidenced from the secret bottling of Grange in 1951 and the unbroken line of vintages of what is now arguably Australia’s most iconic red wine. Today, the collection continues to display the distinctive and consistently recognisable Penfolds ‘House Style’; the ultimate expression of Penfolds time-honoured tradition of sourcing the best fruit from the best regions. Historic blends, significant milestones and heritage vineyards have been honoured by a lineage of custodians whose courage and imagination, precision and humility have ensured Penfolds remains true to its original values while remaining relevant for current and future generations. The stories and philosophies behind each label bring a timeless quality, making Penfolds wines special and compelling for collectors and drinkers the world over.
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