Penfolds 1998 Grange Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia) Rating and Review | Wine Enthusiast
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Penfolds 1998 Grange Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia)

Rating
95
Price
$205
Winery
Variety
Wine Type
Red
Alcohol
14.5%
Bottle Size
750ML
Issue Date
10/1/2003
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Though the nose on this wine is still somewhat closed, it's still remarkable. Individual notes (apart from eucalyptus and toast) aren't discernible; instead, it's an intense, penetrating sensation that fills the nose. Vanilla and coffee flavors are sumptuous foils to rich blackberries on the palate, which is muscular and plush as all get-out. Finishes long, with big but soft tannins. We can't wait to revisit it in 10–15 years, when the gems that are locked up tight now will sparkle.

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All tastings reported in the Buying Guide are performed blind. Typically, products are tasted in peer-group flights of from 5-8 samples. Reviewers may know general information about a flight to provide context—vintage, variety or appellation—but never the producer or retail price of any given selection. When possible, products considered flawed or uncustomary are retasted.

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About The Scores

*Products deemed unacceptable (receving a rating below 80 points) are not reviewed.

98-100

Classic
The Pinnacle of quality

94-97

Superb
A great achievement

90-93

Excellent
Highly recommended

87-89

Very Good
Often good value; well recommended

83-86

Good
Suitable for everyday consumption, often good value

80-82

Acceptable
Can be employed


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