Penfolds Grange Bin 95 2009 is an iconic wine from Australia's leading winery, Penfolds. The wine has been internationally recognized as one of the world's greatest wines and has a rich history that dates back to the 1950s.
Penfolds was founded in 1844 by Dr. Christopher Penfold, a physician from England, who migrated to Australia in the early 1800s. The winery was established as a means of providing fortified wine to his patients, but it quickly grew into one of the most successful wine businesses in Australia.
The creation of Penfolds Grange Bin 95 2009 began in the 1950s when winemaker Max Schubert set out to make a wine that could compete with the best wines in France. Schubert experimented with different blends and aging techniques until he finally created the first vintage of Penfolds Grange in 1951.
Despite winning multiple awards, Penfolds Grange faced criticism from traditional wine critics who did not appreciate the bold, full-bodied style of the wine. Schubert continued to refine the wine, ultimately leading to the release of the Penfolds Grange Bin 95 2009, which has become one of the most sought after and expensive wines in the world.
The Penfolds Grange Bin 95 2009 is a blend of 98% Shiraz and 2% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, sourced from various vineyards across South Australia. The wine is aged for between 18 and 21 months in new American oak barrels, which helps to add complexity and structure to the wine.
This wine is highly prized for its complex flavors and aromas of dark fruit, chocolate, and spices, as well as its long finish and smooth tannins. It has received numerous awards and accolades, including a perfect 100-point score from wine critic Robert Parker and a place in the Wine Spectator's Top 10 Wines of the Year for 2014.
Today, Penfolds continues to produce some of the world's greatest wines, including the Penfolds Grange Bin 95 2009, which remains a benchmark for Australian wine and a testament to the winemaking skills of the Penfolds team.