Penfolds Grange 1997 magnum which utilises a process called

which utilises a process called appassimento where the grapes are dried before they undergo fermentation

black cherry

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

There's some creaminess on the finish

The Amarone is dried for 3 months

Penfolds Grange 1997 magnum which utilises a process calledProvenance is crucial when buying wines of this price and age. This wine was purchased at release and has been stored in the same temperature controlled cellar since that time. The bottle is in immaculate condition. It's super hard to find vintages this old with such good provenance. "The 1997 Grange (a blend of 96% Shiraz and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon) looks to be a classic Grange, although slightly softer and more forward than the backward 1996. The