Grange 1991 Penfolds

Penfolds Grange: The Icon of Australia 🇦🇺🍇

The Penfolds Grange is more than just a wine—it is a symbol of winemaking excellence and an Australian icon recognized worldwide. Born from the revolutionary vision of Max Schubert, this outstanding red wine stands out for its exceptional aging potential, deep aromatic complexity, and the perfect balance between power and elegance. With its bold character and extended maturation in American oak, Grange embodies the essence of the Australian terroir, offering an unforgettable tasting experience.

🔹 Producer: Penfolds 🏅
🔹 Region: Various vineyards across South Australia 🌍
🔹 Wine Name: Grange 🍷
🔹 Grape Variety: Shiraz🍇
🔹 Vintage: 1997 📆
🔹 Wine Type: Red Wine 🍷

Winemaking Process 🏭🔬

The Grange is crafted using traditional winemaking techniques, followed by 20 months of aging in American oak barrels. The wine is then bottle-aged to enhance its complexity, depth, and elegance over time.

Tasting Notes 🍷👃👄

🔹 👃 Nose: Intense and complex, with aromas of ripe plum, black cherry, sweet spices, dark chocolate, and roasted coffee with hints of vanilla. A rich and elegant bouquet.

🔹 👄 Palate: Full-bodied and powerful, with velvety tannins and a perfect balance of acidity and smoothness. Flavors of red fruit, licorice, black pepper, and a touch of tobacco emerge beautifully. The finish is long, persistent, and seductive.

Serving & Pairing 🍽️🥩

🔹 🌡️ Serving Temperature: 16-18°C (60-64°F) ❄️➡️🔥 (It is recommended to open the bottle at least one hour before serving)

🔹 🍖 Food Pairing: Perfect with premium red meats, slow-cooked braised dishes, grilled beef fillet, game meats, and aged cheeses 🥩🦌🧀.

The 1997 Grange is a collector’s wine with extraordinary aging potential. A true legend that showcases the very best of Australian winemaking.

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The Story of Penfolds: Excellence in Australian Winemaking 🇦🇺🏅

In 1844, Dr. Christopher Rawson Penfold and his wife Mary founded Penfolds, one of Australia’s most renowned wineries. The couple emigrated from England with the goal of cultivating vines at Magill Estate, near Adelaide. Initially, they produced fortified wines as medicinal remedies.

While Christopher focused on medicine, Mary Penfold took charge of the winery. Her passion and dedication played a crucial role in its success. Under her leadership, production expanded, and quality improved significantly. By the late 19th century, Penfolds had already become a household name in Australian winemaking.

The Innovation of Max Schubert

In the 1950s, winemaker Max Schubert transformed Penfolds’ legacy. Inspired by a trip to France, he set out to create a bold red wine capable of competing with Bordeaux’s greatest wines. This led to the birth of Grange Hermitage, now simply known as Grange.

Initially, Penfolds’ management rejected the project, but Schubert continued to produce Grange in secret. A few years later, when the wine was reassessed, it received critical acclaim, securing its status as an icon of Australian winemaking.

Penfolds Today: A Global Benchmark

Today, Penfolds is synonymous with excellence and innovation. Its collection includes world-class labels such as Bin 389, known as the “Baby Grange,” and other outstanding creations.

With over 180 years of history, Penfolds continues to blend tradition and modernity, producing wines enjoyed worldwide. The legacy of Christopher and Mary Penfold lives on in every bottle, making Penfolds a true global reference in fine winemaking.