{"product_id":"1998-penfolds-bin-95-grange-shiraz-750ml-original-wooden-box","title":"1998 Penfolds Bin 95 Grange Shiraz 750ml Wooden Box","description":"\u003ch3\u003eMinor label stains, with gift box.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1998 Penfolds Bin 95 Grange Shiraz is one of the landmark releases of Australia’s most celebrated wine. Grange is the original and most powerful expression of Penfolds' multi-vineyard, multi-district blending philosophy, built around intensely flavoured Shiraz with a small Cabernet Sauvignon component for added structure and aromatic lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOfficially listed as a Heritage Icon of South Australia, Grange has an unbroken lineage dating back to the experimental 1951 vintage. The 1998 release is widely regarded as one of the great modern Grange vintages, combining immense fruit concentration, new American oak maturation and long-term cellaring authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1998 season delivered cool spring weather, followed by a warm summer and very low rainfall. Fruit quality was outstanding, producing Shiraz of exceptional intensity, fine tannins and structure. The final blend is 97% Shiraz and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine was matured for 18 months in new American oak, a hallmark of the Grange style, adding depth, polish and further ageing capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAustralia's most famous fine wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeritage Icon of South Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLandmark 1998 vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e97% Shiraz and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18 months in new American oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding long-term cellaring potential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB. Minor label stains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCritic Scores \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 points - Falstaff\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDark ruby-garnet with an alluring nose of peppermint, eucalyptus, blackberry jam, chocolate and red fruits; powerful, harmonious and mineral on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points - Adrian van Velsen, vvWine.ch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStill in outstanding form, complex and deep, with eucalyptus spice, blueberries, smoky notes and a long, almost endless finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 points - Gismondi on Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA serious, luscious and cellar-worthy Grange, with raspberry, blackberry, licorice, toasted mocha and remarkable balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points - Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMassive, powerful and packed with layers of ripe fruit, smoke and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points - Robert Parker The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrinking window: 2016-2030.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points - Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStill remarkably intense, with eucalyptus, vanilla, coffee and a plush, muscular palate finishing with big, soft tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, almost impenetrable dark red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Youthful and intense, showing dark Satsuma plum, liqueured dark chocolate, licorice, malt, toasty barrel ferment and nutty oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deeply layered with raspberry, blackcurrant and blackberry fruit, supported by licorice, new oak and ripe velvety tannins. Powerful, even-textured and remarkably long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to richly flavoured dishes such as roast lamb, dry-aged beef, slow-braised short ribs, game meats and aged hard cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking window: 2010-2045. This mature Grange is within its long drinking window and should be assessed with care due to age, provenance and bottle condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Penfolds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePenfolds is one of Australia's most important wine producers, with Grange standing as its flagship release. Created by Max Schubert, Grange helped define Australia's fine wine identity through its bold use of fully ripe Shiraz, multi-region blending and maturation in new American oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducer: Penfolds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWine: Bin 95 Grange Shiraz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage: 1998\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry: Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: South Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape Variety: 97% Shiraz, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWine Style: Red Wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 14.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweetness: Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaturation: 18 months in new American oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottle Size: 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Langtons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52350082482478,"sku":"5197774285","price":954.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/587_1998_Penfolds_Bin_95_Grange_Shiraz_South_Australia_750ml_Minor_Label_Stains.jpg?v=1784873791","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/1998-penfolds-bin-95-grange-shiraz-750ml-original-wooden-box","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}