Penfolds Grange 1982

The pinnacle of the Penfolds red wine range, Grange is a rich, opulent, full-bodied Shiraz, produced from the best possible grapes sourced from low-yielding, old Shiraz vines. The unique and distinctive Grange style is based on ripe Shiraz fruit and stylish American oak in fine harmony (matured for 18 months in new American hogsheads). The 1982 vintage is 94% Shiraz and 6% Cabernet Sauvignon. In the words of winemaker Don Ditter, "Very ripe, sweet plum jam aromas. Vanilla and mint characters with a hint of leafiness. Masses of delicious super-fleshy fruit throughout, very elegant and supple but undeniably a full-bodied wine with an assertive tannin finish."