| Lot | Wine | Region | Qty | Estimate | Current Bid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RUC 0027 |
PENFOLDS Grange Shiraz 1997 | South Australia | 1 BOTTLE | AU$600-650 | AUD $ 445 |
Robert Parker Score: 94 points
Reviewer: Robert M. Parker, Jr.30/10/2002
The 1997 Grange (a blend of 96% Shiraz and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon) looks to be a classic Grange, although slightly softer and more forward than the backward 1996. The saturated purple-colored 1997 offers a gorgeously sweet nose of blackberry liqueur, cherries, camphor, chocolate, plums, and mocha. The wine is opulently-textured, extremely soft, layered, and seductive, with Granges tell-tale personality well-displayed, but in a seamless, seductive style. This is a superb Grange that can hold its own against the more heralded 1996. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2022.
James Halliday Score: 94 points
Reviewer: James Halliday
Read the full tasting note on Halliday Wine Companion (subscription).
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Delivery: $16.50 per dozen, Australia-wide via Australia Post. Estimated delivery 3–14 business days from dispatch.
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