Penfolds Grange 1996 red such is its vitality

such is its vitality

including notably Thomas Jefferson

This wine was purchased en-primeur and since its arrival has been stored in a temperature controlled cabinet

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Penfolds Grange 1996 red such is its vitality1996 is one of the all time great vintages of Grange. Provenance is crucial when buying wines of this price and age. This was was purchased at release and has been stored in the same temperature controlled cellar since that time. The bottle is in immaculate condition. Deep crimson. Highly defined meaty gamey plum prune licorice aromas and coffee chocolate nuances. The palate is decadently rich with lashings of sweet fruit, deep set choco plum prune