Penfolds - Grange - 1996

Perfectly profound Grange. As bouncingly youthful as can be imagined – though remarkably approachable too. Gorgeous plum-fruit depth, choc-and-vanilla richness, sumptuous depth and length and a terrific pull of tight, ploughing, statuesque tannins. Impeccable South Australian shiraz. 97 Points/Drink 2011-2030 - Campbell Mattinson, The Wine Front Lifted, lively and positively racy on the nose. Extremely sweet and rich on the palate yet still with a little youthful tarriness. Quite dusty tannins. This tastes like a new era for Grange – much more obvious ripeness. 18 Points/Drink 2012-2040 - Jancis Robinson, JancisRobinson.com