| Category: | Red Wines |
| Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
| Producer: | Penfolds |
| Label Name: | Grange |
| Vintage: | 2011 |
| Country: | Australia |
| Region: | South Australia (Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale) |
| Volume: | 750ml |
| ABV: | 14.5% |
| Grape(s): | Shiraz (100%) |
| Acidity: | 3 |
| Tannins: | 5 |
| Sweetness: | 1 |
| Body: | 5 |
| Length: | 5 |
| Aroma Intensity: | 5 |
| Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 93; Wine Spectator 93; James Suckling 93. Peak drinking window often cited c. 2018–2045
Tasting Note
Opaque purple; intense blackberries, black plum, sarsaparilla, licorice, espresso and truffle notes. Firm, grainy tannins with layered baking-spice and vanillin; long, savory finish.
Food Pairing
Western: grilled ribeye, roasted lamb, venison, aged cheddar. Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi/korean short ribs), Cantonese roast pork/char siu, Sichuan beef, teriyaki steak.
Production Method
Fermented and macerated traditionally, then matured c.17 months in 100% new oak hogsheads; multi‑regional blending from Penfolds vineyards and grower partners.
Vineyard Info
Penfolds flagship wine, created by Max Schubert (1951); crafted from selected South Australian vineyards under Chief Winemaker Peter Gago. Renowned for longevity and multi‑regional blending.
Penfolds Grange 2011
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