Penfolds Grange 1994 is a mature expression of Australia's most celebrated Shiraz-led wine, blending 89% Shiraz with 11% Cabernet Sauvignon. Drawing fruit from the Barossa Valley, Coonawarra and McLaren Vale, the vintage reflects the multi-regional blending tradition at the heart of Grange.
Matured for 18 months in new American oak, the 1994 release has been described in historical tasting assessments through rich plum and liquorice fruit, with truffle, leather, dried fruit and savoury cedar complexity. Its concentrated palate and firm structure make this an intriguing vintage for collectors who appreciate the evolution of mature Australian reds.
As with all wines of this age, the published tasting profile provides historical context rather than a guarantee of how an individual bottle will present today.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Historically described as dark plum with developing brick tones at the rim.
Nose: Truffle, leather, dried fruit, cedar and savoury oak in published assessments.
Palate: Rich plum and liquorice flavours with concentrated texture and developed savoury character.
Finish: Firm and persistent, with a slightly bitter-edged quality noted in a published 2024 tasting.
Food Pairing
Consider roast beef, slow-cooked lamb, braised mushrooms or mature cheddar. Restrained, savoury dishes are a natural companion to the wine's historically rich and structured profile.
Cellaring & Serving
Approach this mature vintage with care. Stand the bottle upright ahead of opening if sediment is expected, and taste a small pour before deciding whether decanting is appropriate. Further cellaring should be considered in light of the individual bottle's provenance and storage history.
Vintage & Winemaking
The 1994 Grange was produced from 89% Shiraz and 11% Cabernet Sauvignon, with fruit from the Barossa Valley, Coonawarra and McLaren Vale. It spent 18 months in new American oak.
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