Back home after our Victorian road trip through the Mornington Peninsula and Gippsland. A blend of 64% Shiraz, 21% Grenache, 15% Mataro. This Is one of the very few Penfolds reds left in unblended component form during barrel maturation. Red and black cherry, touch of pepper and also raspberry from the Grenache. A typical long living Penfolds red - drinking well at 10 years with another 10 years in front of it. β 4 months ago
Nice flavours of lemon, oak, citrus and vanilla. Beautiful. β 2 months ago
Beautifully soft and easy to drink β 4 months ago
Believe it or not but this is my first Penfolds. And itβ¦ is a napa cab through and through. Lots of dark and red fruit (like dark cherries) with vanilla and spice. Some tobacco and chocolate with good tannins. A little young, i think, but a nice first impression. β 5 months ago
Deep garnet in color; raisins, blackberries, and oak on the nose; medium minus acidity; medium tannins; tastes like black cherries, molasses, and a hint of chocolate with a long finish. Probably a little past prime, but still tasty. Jason says it's ok. β a month ago
Crisp a bit fruity, light and good aftertaste β 4 months ago
Vanessa
We finally had the chance to clink glasses π₯ to celebrate our D6 results and completion of WSET Diploma! Β π₯³
We decided to pop this bottle of 2009 Penfolds βGrangeβ that weβve been holding onto for some timeβ¦ β°
Itβs a 98% Shiraz and 2% Cabernet Sauvignon blend π made with grapes hailing from vineyards of Barossa Valley (primarily), McLaren Vale, Clare Valley and Magill Estate, all situated in South Australia. π¦πΊ
It had a medium garnet hue ποΈ with medium (+) intensity of layered aromas ππ» and flavors π including plush and concentrated notes of red and black cherry, cassis, boysenberry, dried fig, blueberry, violet, cocoa nibs, mocha, cedar, dill, vanilla, nutmeg, anise seed, clove, licorice, mint, forest floor, tobacco, leather, peppercorn, and meat. π
On the palate, it was dry with medium acidity, a lusciously full body, medium (+) velvety tannins, high alcohol (14.5% ABV) and a long finish. ππ»
It was a spectacular wine, ripe for the occasion.Β Cheers! β 5 days ago