Grange 1982 Penfolds

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Brand	Penfolds
Vintage	1982
Country	Australia
Region	South Australia
Grape	Syrah/Shiraz
Volume	0,75
Condition	Base of neck
Label	Slightly bin soiled
Drinkable	-2020
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (97)

The 1982 is another superb example of that. One of the jammiest, most precocious Granges when it was released, it has never gone through a closed stage and continues to drink beautifully. A full-bodied, opulent Grange, it reveals an inky/purple color to the rim as well as a beautiful nose of crushed blueberries, blackberries, smoke, toast, roasted herbs, and road tar. This dense, plush, expansive, seamless, seductive 1982 has not changed much since I had it nearly a decade ago. Grange, Penfolds’ flagship wine, is, by many accounts, the most renowned and world-famous wine produced in Australia, and these six vintages from my cellar all acquitted themselves well. These wines are almost always Shiraz, but many vintages include less than 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, and there are cross-appellations blends from vineyards in the Barossa and McLaren Vale.

Winespectator (92)

Packed with bright flavors, raspberry and red plum dominating, with great length and sweet tannins to suggest a long life. Harmonious and elegant beneath focused power.--Penfolds Grange vertical.

Rene Gabriel (19)

Rene Gabriel rates this wine 19/20 points.