Penfolds Bin 95 Grange Shiraz 1999

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.

Blackberry and blueberry fruit interwoven with perfectly tuned, malty, savoury oak, with liquorice and anise notes hovering above. Upon sitting there is a whirling aromatic shift, the wine becoming more complex, deeper, richer and darker. Layers of fruit, with blackberry and blueberry to the fore, as suggested by the nose. An underlying tarriness and new oak are seamlessly absorbed. A mass of fine grained tannins court a firm tight finish of great length. 

The Finer Details
Style - Red Wine
Varietal -  Shiraz
Vintage - 1999
Country - Australia
Region - South Australia
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 14.5%