Penfolds Grange 2018

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Penfolds
Label Name:
 
Grange
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
South Australia (multi-regional: Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Clare Valley)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Shiraz (97%), Cabernet Sauvignon (3%)
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Highly lauded: James Suckling 100, Lisa Perrotti-Brown (The Wine Independent) 100, Andrew Caillard MW 100, Nick Stock 100; Robert Parker's Wine Advocate ~99; Wine Spectator ~98; Vinous ~98; Penfolds notes multiple perfect scores and lists Grange as a South Australian Heritage Icon; recommended drinking window 2030–2060+

Tasting Note
Opaque black‑purple. Aromas of blackberry, black cherry, dark chocolate, anise and baking spice. Dense, layered palate of black fruit, licorice, mocha and savory umami; powerful ripe tannins and an extremely long, persistent finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled ribeye, roast lamb, braised short ribs, aged cheddar. Asian: Korean BBQ, Peking duck, char siu, beef rendang, miso-glazed dishes.

Production Method
Multi‑vineyard, multi‑district Shiraz blend with a small Cabernet component; fermented in small lots and matured ~18 months in 100% new American oak hogsheads before blending and bottling.

Vineyard Info
Penfolds, founded 1844, is Australia’s iconic producer; Grange (first made 1951) is its flagship, multi‑regional cuvée sourced from select Barossa, McLaren Vale and Clare Valley parcels.