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Penfolds, Grange Bin 95 1993
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Reviewed by: Neal Martin
A blend of 86% Shiraz and 14% Cabernet Sauvignon, this has a dark black/garnet core. Not opaque but close. A pure blueberry and plum nose that has good definition but not the complexity I expected. A sweet core of blueberry fruit on the mid-weight palate. Balanced with good acidity though nothing to distinguish this as "Grange" rather than a good Australian. Some tinned prunes on the finish. Smooth texture. A pretty wine but nothing out of the ordinary. Tasted June 2004.
Reviewed by: Robert M. Parker, Jr.
1993 was a very light harvest because of excessive rainfall and mild growing conditions. This wine performed well, although it would not appear to have the nuances of the finest vintages of Grange. The wine, a blend of 86% Shiraz and 14% Cabernet Sauvignon, has an opaque purple color, a sweet nose of black currants intermixed with cedar, and earthy, almost truffle-like notes intermixed with some camphor. The wine is full-bodied, dense, somewhat monolithic, but very concentrated, powerful, and long. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2018. 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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